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🚨🏠 “This is home right now” — Garden Grove evacuees in shelters the a 3rd night a say the financial and emotional toll keeps growing 💸⛽💔

Rodrigo Garay was evacuated from his apartment near the aerospace plant.

Displaced families tell me they’re spending hundreds of dollars just trying to survive day to day.

One mother told me her family of four has already spent about $400 on hotels, food, and other essentials after fleeing their home.

Others say they left so quickly, they didn’t have time to grab medication, clothes, or basic necessities.

Now, many are sleeping in shelters or cars… waiting for answers.

Insurance experts say if you’ve been displaced, keep EVERY receipt — gas, food, hotels, clothing — in case reimbursement becomes possible.

But for many families, the uncertainty is becoming just as painful as the evacuation itself.

“We haven’t really slept at all… it’s troubling… it’s painful.”

Have you or someone you know been impacted?

Garden Grove Emergency🚨
Mayor Pro Tem George Brietigam says officials are becoming “a lot more optimistic” about the dangerous chemical tank emergency tied to GKN Aerospace.

A crack, or “fissure,” formed after chemicals inside the tank solidified — potentially preventing a leak and opening the door to a possible new “Plan C” for safely stabilizing or removing the tank.

Authorities warn the situation is still extremely dangerous and unpredictable, with ongoing risks of explosion and structural damage. Officials also praised the firefighters and police officers working closest to the scene while urging residents to follow evacuation orders.

Public safety remains the top priority as crews work to prevent catastrophic environmental or structural damage.

Experts agree evacuating the area is critical given how much is unknown when it comes to a potential spill or explosion with this much methyl methacrylate. ➡️ Go to NBCLA.com for live updates.

Breaking News! BIG update on the Orange Country chemical tank in crisis. “A step on the right direction”@ocfireauthority

#NEW The #OrangeCounty Fire Authority says firefighters discovered a potential crack in the #toxic #tank in #GardenGrove , they say it may be relieving some pressure. They’re trying to learn more information right now.

A few of the big questions for the nearly 50,000 people evacuated in #GardenGrove are ‘when will the #toxic #tank crisis be resolved? When can I return home?’ I asked #fire officials and sadly there isn’t a firm answer.

UPDATE AS OF 11:28p.m.
The only shelter with capacity in OC is located at Los Amigos HS in Fountain Valley

After four Orange County shelters reached capacity this afternoon, the county has opened two more for people displaced by the Garden Grove toxic chemical emergency.

The American Red Cross opened another overnight evacuation shelter for those needing a place to stay as the chemical crisis in Garden Grove continues. This new center is at Los Amigos High School in Fountain Valley, according to Orange County officials.

County officials opened a new shelter at Golden West College in Huntington Beach. This after four other county shelters reached capacity. Over 50,000 people have been evacuated from their homes due to hazardous materials crisis in Garden Grove.

The American Red Cross just announced a new overnight evacuation center for those who need a safe place to stay as the Garden Grove chemical crisis continues. The organization says more shelters will be announced this evening.

#breakingnews #gardengrove #orangecounty #evacuation

The #GardenGrove toxic chemical tank that officials say will either #spill or #explode has now hit 90 degrees. Officials explained what #temperature it may need to hit to see a potential explosion . #OrangeCounty