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Garden Grove chemical crisis: 'All-night mission' underway

25 May 2026 06:45

California emergency officials are conducting an overnight mission to measure pressure in a tank at risk of leaking or exploding, forcing evacuation of over 40,000 Orange County residents. - The Orange County Fire Authority found a potential crack in the tank, which could relieve pressure.

- Governor Gavin Newsom requested an emergency declaration from President Trump. - A proposed class action lawsuit has been filed against GKN Aerospace.

- Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm remain open with possible minor traffic disruptions. The mission aims to determine if the BLEVE threat has been eliminated, with officials pleading for residents to stay out of the evacuation zone.

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