What is methyl methacrylate? Chemical leaking from California tank that could soon explode
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) released in Garden Grove is highly toxic and flammable, can cause severe respiratory distress, and requires evacuation compliance.
What we know about GKN Aerospace, the firm at center of O.C. chemical leak
A methyl methacrylate leak at GKN Aerospace’s Garden Grove facility prompted evacuations while the company and hazardous materials teams worked with fire crews.
Why a chemical explosion in Orange County could be so catastrophic
A methyl methacrylate tank in Garden Grove faced possible failure or explosion, prompting evacuation of about 40,000 residents due to high toxicity and flammability.
Crude oil spills onto Cesar Chavez Avenue in East L.A. after pipeline rupture
Firefighters responded around 3:20 a.m. to a report of a hazardous material incident near East Cesar Chavez and North Eastern avenues, according to Los Angeles County Fire Captain Aaron Katon.