Garden Grove Chemical Tank Disaster
- The Garden Grove chemical tank disaster was averted due to a crack that allowed pressure to bleed.
- A Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) was the projected outcome, a firefighter’s worst nightmare.
- Concerns about the local government’s handling of the situation and the lack of passive protection systems remain.
The Buzz Score
The Internet’s Verdict: 60% Angry, 40% Relieved
Forum Voices
Some people are relieved that the situation was not worse, while others are angry about the local government’s handling of the situation.
By the miraculous grace of God, a crack allowed pressure to bleed & enabled our engine company to prevent thermal runaway. A BLEVE was the projected outcome, a firefighters worst nightmare.
Others are concerned about the lack of passive protection systems and the potential for similar disasters in the future.
Why wouldn’t there be passive protection systems designed in? After a big earthquake you don’t want to have to also deal with other emergencies.
Some people are also frustrated with the lack of updates and information from the local government.
What a disaster and complete failure on the local government in the way they handled this situation. If we ever get hit by an earthquake or other larger disaster, it’s safe to assume we’re all on our own.
Focus Keyword: Chemical Tank
