Health experts have revealed the possible health impacts of being exposed to methyl methacrylate, the toxic chemical found leaking at an aerospace facility in Orange County. It is a flammable plastic epoxy and a respiratory irritant that can cause eye, skin, and lung irritation after exposure.
Residents of Orange County have been asked to evacuate their homes while air and temperature monitoring are taking place. California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in the area as officials work to prevent the chemical leak from causing further harm.
