Authorities report concerns of possible explosion after chemical leaks from rail car in Perris

WATCH LIVE: Authorities give update on the Perris chemical leak amid concerns over a possible explosion if the material overheats.

A chemical leak forced evacuations of more than 100 homes in Perris Friday morning and prompted the closure of the 215 Freeway in both directions.Nearly 188,000 pounds of the chemical styrene leaked out of a rail car in Perris, creating a dangerous situation for nearby residents.

The hazmat incident started around 7:40 p.m. Thursday after reports of a chemical leak from a rail car near Harvill and Oleander avenues, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. Authorities said they've been working with experts across the country about potential impacts of the leak.

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