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highly reactive chemical
Coverage of highly reactive chemical in the Nexus archive.
- Industry was warned for years about chemical 'runaway' dangers. Then came near-catastrophe in O.C.
A failing tank containing 7,000 gallons of a highly reactive chemical at a Garden Grove aerospace plant triggered 50,000 evacuations and nearly caused a catastrophic explosion. The incident highlights long-standing warnings about chemical 'runaway' dangers in the industry.
- Industry knew about chemical 'runaway' dangers for years. Then came near-catastrophe in O.C.
A failing tank holding 7,000 gallons of a highly reactive chemical at a Garden Grove aerospace plant caused 50,000 evacuations and nearly triggered a catastrophic explosion. The incident highlights long-known chemical 'runaway' dangers in the industry.