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Garden Grove Chemical Leak: Evacuation & Investigation
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A major chemical leak at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, California, on Thursday afternoon, involving methyl methacrylate, led to the evacuation of thousands of residents. The volatile chemical, used in making acrylic plastics, caused a tank to overheat, releasing toxic fumes. Emergency crews quickly responded, cooling the tank and lifting evacuation orders by evening. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the overheating is still under investigation.
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