Chemical tank ‘on the edge’ of exploding in California as crews try to avert disaster
Summary
Vehicle Fire Orange California in Orange, California: Firefighters are attempting to cool a 7,000-gallon chemical tank containing methyl methacrylate, which could trigger an explosion if not controlled. The tank is near a 15,000-gallon storage unit, and temperatures have reached 90–100°F, risking a thermal runaway. Evacuation orders were issued for over 40,000 residents in Garden Grove, California.
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Chemical tank ‘on the edge’ of exploding in California as crews try to avert disaster