Cracked methyl methacrylate tank eases blast risk as 50,000 evacuate in Southern California
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A methyl methacrylate tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove cracked, potentially relieving pressure and reducing explosion risk. About 50,000 residents were evacuated as crews cool the tank, monitor for leaks, and erect containment barriers. Air quality around the area remains within normal limits, no injuries have been reported, and a related class-action lawsuit has been filed by residents.
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