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Threat of massive chemical tank explosion is 'eliminated', California officials say
Key takeaways
- Ana Faguy Orange County Fire chief says chemical tank 'actually bulged' amid fears of explosion.
- Division Chief Craig Covey said on Monday that the tank's temperature has decreased, which led to the "positive news".
- The tank, which contains thousands of gallons of methyl methacrylate - a highly volatile and flammable substance used to make plastic - has been at risk of either a major spillage or an explosion in recent days.
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Ana Faguy Orange County Fire chief says chemical tank 'actually bulged' amid fears of explosion. The threat of a failing chemical tank in Orange County exploding has been eliminated following an overnight operation, California fire officials say.
Division Chief Craig Covey said on Monday that the tank's temperature has decreased, which led to the "positive news".
The tank, which contains thousands of gallons of methyl methacrylate - a highly volatile and flammable substance used to make plastic - has been at risk of either a major spillage or an explosion in recent days.
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