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US chemical tank disasters remain rare despite recent incidents, experts say
Recent chemical tank incidents in Washington and California highlight the risks of chemical spills and explosions, though experts note such disasters remain rare. A near-miss involving a 7,000-gallon methyl methacrylate storage tank in Garden Grove, California, raised concerns about toxic chemicals in urban areas.
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