In Garden Grove, California, evacuation orders have been issued for approximately 40,000 residents due to a critical situation involving a chemical tank at an aerospace facility. The tank, which contains 34,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, has been deemed to be in crisis, with officials warning that it could either fail and leak 6,000 to 7,000 gallons of toxic chemicals or explode. Firefighters responded to a leak on Thursday, and while there is currently no active gas leak, the tank's condition has worsened, prompting renewed evacuation orders. Over a dozen schools have closed, and outdoor activities in nearby areas have been canceled as a precaution. Authorities are struggling to neutralize the chemical due to damage to the tank's valves, and they have stated that the situation is highly volatile and dangerous. California Governor Gavin Newsom's office is closely monitoring the incident and has urged residents to heed evacuation orders. The timeline for residents' return remains uncertain.