The Economic Times

California chemical leak: What is methyl methacrylate, a deadly chemical that has forced 50,000 residents to evacuate and can damage eyes, skin and lungs?

Chemical leak in California: California declared a state of emergency after a toxic chemical leak at a Garden Grove manufacturing facility. A tank of methyl methacrylate (MMA) overheated, forcing nearly 50,000 residents to evacuate due to fears of rupture or explosion. Crews worked to cool the unstable tank, which releases hazardous and flammable vapors.