Hazardous Materials Incident
Last Updated: May 28, 2026 - 4:15 p.m.
Resources
Hazardous Materials Incident Business Impact Survey
The City of Garden Grove is seeking input from businesses affected by the recent chemical emergency and evacuation orders related to the methyl methacrylate (MMA) tank incident.
This survey is intended to assess the operational and financial impacts on local businesses and help the City identify recovery needs, coordinate support services, and evaluate potential assistance resources.
If your business experienced disruptions due to the evacuation or related emergency conditions, we encourage you to participate. Information collected may also allow the City of Garden Grove or partner agencies to contact you regarding available recovery programs, resources, or support services.
Please note: Completing this survey does not guarantee eligibility for financial assistance, compensation, or recovery funding. The survey is for information-gathering purposes only.
Small Business Resources
OC Workforce is sharing county resources for small businesses impacted by the incident.
Businesses affected by the incident are encouraged to complete the SBA Assistance Worksheet:
Complete the SBA Assistance Worksheet
Completed worksheets should be submitted to the OC Sheriff's EOC Team at:
EOCLiaison@ocsheriff.gov
Upcoming Webinar
The SBDC is hosting a free webinar for businesses impacted by the chemical incident.
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
The webinar will be offered in:
- English
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
- Korean
Attendees will receive information on available federal, state, county, and local resources, business support services, and guidance for impacted businesses.
Additional Resources
Orange County/Inland Empire (OC/IE) Small Business Resources - Garden Grove Chemical Crisis
For businesses located in the Orange County area.
Outsmart Disaster - CA Office of the Small Business Advocate
A state resource to help businesses prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
Community Needs Assesment
The City of Garden Grove is seeking information from residents, businesses and community members impacted by the recent chemical emergency and evacuation orders associated with the methyl methacrylate (MMA) tank incident.
Residents and businesses are being asked to complete a survey to help the City better understand the impacts experienced by the community and identify areas of improvement. Households and businesses that were impacted by the evacuation orders or related disruptions are encouraged to complete the survey at ggcity.org/hazmat-incident/survey.
OC Community Resilience Fund
Orange County United Way has launched the OC Community Resilience Fund to provide direct support for residents and businesses affected by emerging needs, including the recent chemical incident impacting Stanton, Garden Grove, Westminster, Cypress, Anaheim, and Buena Park.
Families across the region are facing unexpected hardships, including lost wages, transportation challenges, childcare costs, health expenses, and temporary displacement. Your donation helps provide immediate relief and recovery support for impacted households.
Your Support May Help Provide:
- Emergency financial assistance
- Groceries and household essentials
- Transportation and childcare support
- Prescription and health-related expenses
- Temporary housing and utility assistance
- Recovery resources and case management
Incident Updates (May 21 - May 26)
5/25/26 at 6:00 p.m.
Garden Grove Hazardous Materials Incident Press Conference
5/25/26 at 6:00 p.m. — Update
Evacuation Zone Reduced
Local Law Enforcement has reduced the Evacuation zone to the area between Orangewood, Dale, Garden Grove Blvd. and Knott in response to the ongoing issue in Garden Grove.
5/25/26 at 2:20 p.m.
Official Video Update
5/23/26 at 3:00 p.m.
Official Video Update
5/23/26 at 2:00 p.m.
Official Video Update
5/23/26 at 10:00 a.m.
Official Video Update
5/22/26 at 7:30 p.m. - Update
Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Parade and Strawberry Stomp Postponed5/22/26 at 11:45 a.m.
Official Video Update