California Emergency Declared After Overheated Chemical Tank Forces Evacuation of 40,000 Residents

Approximately 40,000 residents were evacuated from six Southern California cities after a chemical tank at a GKN Aerospace facility began venting toxic methyl methacrylate.Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as fire crews struggle to stabilize the tank due to broken valves that have prevented safe pressure release.Experts warn that the rising temperatures inside the container significantly increase the risk of a major chemical explosion or leak.
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