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A hazardous chemical leak in Garden Grove has prompted the evacuation of 40,000 residents. Authorities have established evacuation centers and are actively urging residents to leave the area for their safety. Local and state officials are coordinating efforts to manage the situation and ensure public safety.
- ▪The evacuation zone spans several blocks in Garden Grove, affecting around 40,000 residents.
- ▪Evacuation centers have been set up at local recreation centers for those displaced.
- ▪Authorities are conducting door-to-door notifications and have established a public information hotline.
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The evacuation zone for a "crisis situation" in Garden Grove spans several blocks. Authorities say 40,000 residents are impacted. They are urging everyone in the zone to leave for their safety immediately.The evacuation zone covers the area north of Trask Avenue, south of Ball Road, east of Valley View Street and west of Dale Street. Evacuation centers were established at the Garden Grove Sports and Recreation Center at 13641 Deodara Dr. in Garden Grove and the Cypress Recreation and Community Center at 5700 Orange Ave. in Cypress.Small portions of West Anaheim and Cypress are also included in the evacuation zone.The Garden Grove Police Department says they have done reverse 911 calls and are going door to door, urging people to leave.
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