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How a Chemical Tank in Southern California Came to the Brink of Disaster
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How a Chemical Tank in Southern California Came to the Brink of Disaster

NY Times · May 23, 2026, 2:58 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Firefighters are left without any options to prevent the tank, filled with a toxic chemical, from collapsing or exploding. The authorities have urged thousands of people to evacuate their homes.

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