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chemical tank explosion
Coverage of chemical tank explosion in the Nexus archive.
- Death toll in Washington tank rupture rises to eight as recovery progresses
The death toll in a chemical tank explosion at a Washington state paper mill has risen to eight after six remains were recovered. Three individuals remain missing and presumed dead, with eight others injured, including a firefighter.
- All evacuation orders lifted in O.C. chemical crisis. No public danger remains, officials say
All evacuation orders in Orange County have been lifted following a chemical tank crisis. Officials confirmed no remaining danger to the public, allowing approximately 50,000 evacuees to return home safely.
- All evacuation orders lifted in O.C. chemical crisis. Threat is over, officials say
All evacuation orders in Orange County have been lifted after officials confirmed there is no remaining danger of a chemical tank explosion. Approximately 50,000 evacuees are now safe to return to their homes.