California officials say potential crack on overheated chemical tank could lower risk

May 24, 2026 - 23:00
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California officials say potential crack on overheated chemical tank could lower risk
An aerial view shows water being sprayed on a chemical tank.

Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Wayhowe Huang said officials will be continuing to evaluate the tank on Sunday after emergency crews spotted the potential crack overnight. As of Sunday morning, he said it does not appear that any of the highly volatile chemicals in the tank have leaked.