Police say seven people have been arrested during the ongoing evacuations tied to the chemical leak in Garden Grove, California. Authorities report one arrest was for looting, while the other six involved prowling in evacuated neighborhoods. Residents living near GKN Aerospace have been under evacuation orders since the incident began last Thursday. Although officials scaled back the evacuation zone on Monday, thousands of people remain displaced. At the height of the hazmat emergency, more than 50,000 residents were forced to leave their homes. The current evacuation area now affects about 16,000 residents. Officials say the danger of a catastrophic explosion has passed, easing some concerns for nearby communities. However, emergency crews continue monitoring the site because the possibility of a smaller explosion still exists. Authorities are urging residents to remain cautious and follow all evacuation orders and public safety instructions while crews work to contain the situation safely.
