Explosion Risk Lifted At Southern California Chemical Tank

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Danger of a massive chemical explosion in Southern California reduced as temperature in tank drops, fire officials say
The threat of a chemical tank exploding in Southern California has dwindled, but other risks remain, Orange County fire officials said.

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'Potential crack' in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says
Risk of a Catastrophic Explosion Has Been Eliminated at Chemical Tank in California, Authorities Say
California officials race to avoid chemical tank explosion, thousands evacuate
As California officials rushed to cool down a chemical tank at risk of leaking or exploding, they said they're evaluating additional measures to neutralize the threat to more than 40,000 residents and...

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Risk Of A Catastrophic Explosion Has Been Eliminated At Chemical Tank In California, Authorities Say
Southern California Chemical Tank Has a Crack That Could Possibly Lower Risk of Explosion
California’s Chemical Leak Threat: What to Know
The tank contains a toxic chemical known as methyl methacrylate, or MMA, which makes acrylic plastics and can cause eye, skin and breathing issues, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agenc...

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California chemical tank has cracked, causing state of emergency, thousands to evacuate
Chemical tank in Southern California no longer under threat of explosion: Officials
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Explosion and fire rock Chalmette refinery. No injuries reported, but blast felt miles away.

A fire broke out at Chalmette Refining Friday afternoon after residents reported hearing a large explosion, according to the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office. The fire was under control as of around 2 p.m., and no injuries were reported, John Rahaim, director of St. Bernard Homeland Security, said.

1 killed, dozens hurt in dry dock explosion and fire on Staten Island

The blast occurred shortly after firefighters arrived to battle the blaze, and more than 30 people were injured, mostly firefighters or EMS, officials said.