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Orange County Health says odors may occur as GKN Aerospace chemical tank cleanup continues
- Orange County health officials say odors may occur during ongoing GKN Aerospace MMA cleanup at Garden Grove facilities.
- MMA, a flammable chemical, is being pumped from storage tanks into sealed trucks for disposal.
- OC Health says the distinct MMA odor is fruity or plastic-like and can be detected even when concentrations are low.
- Air monitoring continues around the facility and neighborhood as cleanup proceeds.
- The incident prompted earlier evacuations after a tank crack followed by a pressure release.
- MMA will be pumped out and removed between Thursday and Friday under oversight by OC Health and agencies.
- Officials say monitoring and temperature readings help ensure stability and safety during cleanup.
- Officials emphasize potential odors do not necessarily indicate health risks at observed concentrations.
- The cleanup follows a previous incident that prompted evacuations due to a tank leak risk.
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