chemical leak
Coverage of chemical leak in the Nexus archive.
- Chaos erupts at meeting over OC chemical leak as fate of company hangs in balance: ‘Drop in the bucket’
A Garden Grove City Council meeting turned chaotic due to anger over a GKN Aerospace chemical tank emergency that forced the evacuation of 50,000 residents. The incident has sparked public fury and uncertainty about the company's future.
- Rescuers find 6 more bodies after US paper mill disaster
Rescuers found six more bodies after a chemical leak at a paper plant in Washington state, with three of 11 victims still missing. A tank containing a highly caustic substance imploded, triggering a search operation that initially confirmed two deaths.
- EPA moves to keep toxic Orange County chemical leak threat low for residents
The EPA immediately responded to a toxic chemical leak in Orange County by providing air monitoring support and vital air quality information to local authorities to keep the threat low for residents.
- Aerospace company behind Garden Grove chemical leak scare faces court cases, supply disruption
A chemical leak at GKN Aerospace's Garden Grove facility, which produces canopies for F-35 fighter jets, has led to court cases and supply chain disruptions. The incident highlights operational risks for the aerospace company.
- Dangerous conditions remain at California chemical leak site, officials say
Officials in California confirm the threat of a massive explosion at a chemical leak site in Orange County has subsided, though lingering concerns remain. The incident, reported by CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti, highlights ongoing safety risks despite the immediate danger being mitigated.
- President Trump declares Orange County chemical leak a federal emergency
President Trump declared a federal emergency in Orange County following warnings from California officials about a dangerous chemical leak in Garden Grove that could lead to a catastrophic explosion. The declaration comes after days of alerts about the potential for a major disaster.
- Massive explosion threat from California chemical leak "eliminated" for now, officials say
Officials in California have confirmed that the risk of a massive explosion from a chemical leak in Orange County has been eliminated. The incident was reported by CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel.
- Explosion threat "eliminated" for California chemical leak, officials say
California crews conducted an overnight operation at a chemical leak site in Garden Grove, Orange County. Officials confirmed the threat of an explosion has been 'eliminated' and is now 'off the table.'
- Timeline: Orange County chemical tank crisis
A chemical leak at an industrial facility in Garden Grove, Orange County, has led to mass evacuations, a class-action lawsuit, and a state of emergency declaration three days after the incident began. The crisis continues to evolve with ongoing risks and legal actions.
- Efforts to stop California chemical leak in Orange County on new trajectory, officials say
Over 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak, prompting an emergency proclamation from Gov. Gavin Newsom. Officials report efforts to contain the leak are progressing on a new trajectory.
- Thousands flee their homes in O.C., unsure when they can return
Thousands of residents in Orange County evacuated their homes due to a chemical leak at a Garden Grove aerospace plant. The situation remains uncertain, with no clear timeline for their return.
- Thousands flee their homes in O.C., unsure when they can return
Thousands fled their homes in Orange County due to a chemical leak at a Garden Grove aerospace plant. It remains unclear how long residents will need to stay away from their homes.
- Uber offering free rides as state of emergency declared over O.C. chemical leak
Uber is providing free rides to Orange County residents displaced by a chemical leak in Garden Grove, which led California Gov. Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency. The company offers up to two free rides for evacuees amid fears of a potential explosion from the leaking tank.
- What we know about GKN Aerospace, the firm at center of O.C. chemical leak
A chemical leak at GKN Aerospace in Orange County caused evacuations on Friday. The UK-based manufacturing company is at the center of the incident.
- What we know about GKN Aerospace, the firm at center of O.C. chemical leak
A chemical leak at GKN Aerospace in Orange County caused evacuations on Friday. The company is a UK-based manufacturing firm.
- Orange County chemical leak frustrating crews as evacuation zone grows
A chemical leak in Orange County has become a significant safety hazard, with officials warning the leaking tank poses a risk of spilling thousands of gallons of toxic chemicals or exploding. The situation has led to frustration among crews and an expanding evacuation zone.
- What is GKN Aerospace, the Company Whose California Plant Is at Risk of Exploding?
A chemical leak at GKN Aerospace's California manufacturing plant has raised concerns about a potential explosion, prompting safety concerns.
- 40,000 evacuated in California chemical leak as officials warn tank may explode
Southern California officials have expanded an evacuation zone in several Orange County cities due to a toxic chemical tank in 'active crisis.' Approximately 40,000 people have been evacuated as authorities warn of potential explosion risks.
- Officials Warn of Possible Gas Explosion at California Plant
Evacuation orders were issued in parts of Orange County, California, after a chemical leak at a local plant escalated, prompting warnings of a potential gas explosion. Officials have advised residents to evacuate the area due to the increased risk.
- Ticking time bomb as toxic plant in Garden Grove leaking chemicals may explode
A toxic chemical tank in Garden Grove is leaking hazardous chemicals into the atmosphere and poses an immediate explosion risk, according to officials. The situation represents a serious public safety threat requiring urgent intervention.
- Toxic chemicals rain from sky as terrifying leak at SoCal plant forces evacuations
A toxic chemical leak from a large tank at a Garden Grove aerospace facility in Southern California forced evacuations on Friday. The incident involved hazardous materials raining from the sky, creating a serious environmental and public health emergency.
- Chemical leak at a W.Va. plant kills 2 people, sends 30 more to hospitals, officials say
A chemical leak at the Catalyst Refiners plant in West Virginia killed two people and hospitalized 30 others. The incident occurred during a facility shutdown due to a chemical gas reaction, according to an emergency management official.