Hazardous Materials Incident
Update – Aug. 24, 2026
GKN Aerospace (GKN) has announced plans to launch a claims program providing up to $100 million for impacted residents and businesses seeking compensation for expenses and losses related to the May evacuation.
GKN will administer the claims program with a goal to begin processing applications for fall 2026.
Additional details, including eligibility requirements and how to submit a claim, have not yet been announced. Impacted residents and businesses can visit gkngg.com for the latest information and to sign up for updates.
Last Updated: Aug. 24, 2026 - 2:15 p.m.
Resources
Small Business Resources
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has opened a Business Recovery Center in Garden Grove to assist small businesses impacted by the recent evacuation related to the GKN chemical incident.
Garden Grove Business Recovery Center
- Location: 12966 Euclid Street, Suite 130, Garden Grove, CA 92840
- Hours: Monday – Friday | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
- Walk-ins are welcome but in-person appointments can be scheduled in advance at appointment.sba.gov. Applicants may call the SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or send an email to disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information.
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.
Update - Aug. 24, 2026
GKN Aerospace (GKN) has announced plans to launch a claims program providing up to $100 million for impacted residents and businesses seeking compensation for expenses and losses related to the May evacuation.
GKN will administer the claims program with a goal to begin processing applications for fall 2026.
Additional details, including eligibility requirements and how to submit a claim, have not yet been announced. Impacted residents and businesses can visit gkngg.com for the latest information and to sign up for updates.
Update - Aug. 11, 2026
GKN Aerospace announced this week that it is assessing a potential claims program for individuals and businesses impacted by the hazmat incident. The proposed program would allow impacted parties to submit claims for losses related to the May evacuation order.
Additional details, including eligibility requirements and how to submit a claim, have not yet been announced. Impacted residents and businesses can visit gkngg.com to sign up for updates.
Update - June 24, 2026
The City is aware of the Orange County Board of Supervisor's approval of $500,000 for residents affected by the GKN Aerospace incident (Agenda Item 94I). More details regarding the application process and distribution of funds will be provided as they become available.
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
Update - July 1, 2026
Nearly 1,400 households have already received assistance as part of the OC Community Resilience Fund. Most applicants have been sent a secure link to upload documents. Please upload your documents as soon as possible to avoid delays.
United Way and 211 are reviewing submissions and sending payments as they are approved.
If you already submitted an application, Orange County United Way has shifted focus to reviewing applications, confirming eligibility, and distributing funds.
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.
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5/23/26 at 3:00 p.m.
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5/23/26 at 2:00 p.m.
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5/23/26 at 10:00 a.m.
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5/22/26 at 7:30 p.m. - Update
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