Hazmat Incident and Mitigation at Valley View and Caballero, Buena Park, CA

Summary: A hazardous materials incident occurred at or near the intersection of Valley View and Caballero in Buena Park, Orange County, California. The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) coordinated a multi-agency response involving engine companies, hazmat teams, and law enforcement. Engine 62 was reassigned as medical, and Hazmat 20 took on the role of Assistant Safety Officer (ASO). The incident command established entry and decontamination procedures, coordinated with Orange County Health Hazmat, and communicated with local businesses, including Amazon, to shelter in place. The event involved drone operations, reconnaissance, and mitigation of leaks, with ongoing updates and risk management throughout the incident.