Newsom declares state of emergency in Orange County as failing chemical tank nears catastrophic explosion

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in Orange County after a failing chemical tank at a Southern California aerospace facility reached 90°F, prompting the evacuation of over 40,000 residents. Emergency crews are attempting to neutralize the tank to prevent a catastrophic explosion or spill of 6,000-7,000 gallons of hazardous chemicals.