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Massive explosion threat from California chemical leak "eliminated" for now, officials say

Officials say the risk of a massive explosion has been "eliminated" for California after a chemical leak in Orange County. CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel reports.

Published May 25, 2026, 6:44 PM
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Massive explosion threat from California chemical leak "eliminated" for now, officials say

Officials say the risk of a massive explosion has been "eliminated" for California after a chemical leak in Orange County. CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel reports.

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