Recent Updates

The claims program support center will open at 12 pm on Tuesday, November 10, at 4281 Katella Ave, Suite 100 (Ground Floor), Los Alamitos, CA 90720.

The center will be operated by the independent Claims Administrator, Ernst & Young, which is responsible for reviewing, processing, and evaluating claims. Assistance with submitting claims will be available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean.

Hours of operation are 12 pm to 8 pm, Monday through Friday, with weekend hours to be announced. Walk-ins are welcome, and the center will soon begin offering appointments to reserve a specific time slot with its on-site team.

Guidelines and FAQs

Community members can visit the website gknggclaimsprogram.com for program information, eligibility requirements, and to submit their claim, or call the dedicated support line at (657) 526-7470 for assistance.

Program guidelines and frequently asked questions are available in four languages:

• English: [Guidelines] | [Frequently Asked Questions] ‍
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): [Hướng dẫn] | [Câu hỏi thường gặp]
• Español (Spanish): [Instrucciones] | [Preguntas frecuentes]‍
• 한국어 (Korean): [안내문] | [자주 묻는 질문]

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com. Claimants are advised that if they were to proceed in litigation, such litigation, if successful, could result in a higher recovery to them than participating in this Claims Program. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night's community event. We appreciated the opportunity to connect with our neighbors, share updates on our Garden Grove facility and the claims program, and answer questions from the community.

During the event, presenters from GKN and Ernst & Young (EY), the independent Claims Administrator, walked through the court-approved claims program, which provides up to $100 million to compensate eligible residents and businesses affected by the evacuation in May.

As a reminder, the claims portal opened yesterday, and you can now submit a claim online at www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com. For questions about the claims program or assistance submitting a claim, community members can call EY’s dedicated support line at (657) 526-7470, available Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm PT. Assistance is available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean. For those unable to submit a claim online, a staffed claims center will be available to provide in-person assistance. Additional details will be shared as they become available.

Last night, we also outlined the court-approved safety plan, including upgraded equipment and technology, improved operating and emergency procedures, enhanced employee training, and independent oversight. This plan, as well as our continued work with regulators and outside experts, has strengthened safety at the facility for our employees and our neighbors.

We are proud to be part of Garden Grove and the surrounding communities, and we are committed to rebuilding trust with the people and businesses affected by the May evacuation. While GKN does not administer the claims program – EY is reviewing, processing, and evaluating claims, not GKN – we will continue to share information about the program and available resources with community members.

For those who were unable to attend the event, the presentation is available in four languages:

• English
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese)
• Español (Spanish)
• 한국어 (Korean)

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com. Claimants are advised that if they were to proceed in litigation, such litigation, if successful, could result in a higher recovery to them than participating in this Claims Program. 

GKN Aerospace Claims Program Now Open for Submissions 

Visit www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com to Submit a Claim 

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., October 27, 2026 - GKN Aerospace (“GKN”) today announced that the claims program offering up to $100 million for eligible individuals, households, and businesses for certain losses resulting from the May 21, 2026 to May 26, 2026 evacuation is open for submissions.  

Eligible individuals, households, and businesses can visit www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com to check their eligibility, review program guidelines, and submit a claim.  

The program provides reimbursement including lodging, meals, transportation, lost wages, and business interruption, subject to verification and documentation requirements, and a $500 payment per eligible household for loss of use of their residence without any required documentation other than a completed claim application.  

How Do I Submit a Claim?

 Claims can now be submitted online at www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com.

 Applicants will be asked to provide information about themselves, their household, or their business, identify the expenses or losses for which they are seeking reimbursement, and upload supporting documentation. Documentation requirements vary by claim type, but generally include proof of identity, proof of residence or business location within the evacuation zone, and records supporting the claimed expenses or losses.

Where Can I Get Help? 

For more information about the claims program, including eligibility, required documentation and how to submit a claim, visit www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com.  

Guidelines and FAQs about the claims program are available in four languages: 

• English: [Guidelines] | [Frequently Asked Questions] ‍
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): [Hướng dẫn] | [Câu hỏi thường gặp]
• ‍Español (Spanish): [Instrucciones] | [Preguntas frecuentes] ‍
• 한국어 (Korean): [안내문] | [자주 묻는 질문]

For questions about the claims program or assistance submitting a claim, community members can call the dedicated support line at (657) 526-7470, available Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Assistance is available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean.  

GKN will also share information about upcoming opportunities for in-person assistance.  

Tonight’s Community Event  

 GKN Aerospace is hosting a community event at 6 p.m. tonight at Delta Hotel Anaheim Garden Grove at 12021 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The event will conclude around 8:30 p.m.  

The community event will be an opportunity to learn about the claims program, including information about eligibility, how to submit a claim, and what documentation is needed.   

We appreciate that many community members have specific questions about their claims applications. While we will be able to answer general questions about the program, we will not be able to address questions about individual claims or accept or process claims, receipts, or other supporting documentation at the event.  

Materials from the event will be made available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean on gkngg.com afterwards.   

Do I Need to Attend the Event in Order to Submit a Claim?   

No and, as noted, we cannot accept or process claims at the event. The event is intended as an opportunity to learn more about the claims program, and information shared at the event will also be made available on gkngg.com after the event.   

Program Administration  

The claims program was approved by the Orange County Superior Court on October 19, 2026 and will be administered by an independent Claims Administrator, Ernst & Young, and supervised by a retired federal judge. It is not administered by GKN. Participation is voluntary, and submitting a claim does not waive any legal rights. Claimants who choose to accept a compensation offer will be required to sign a settlement agreement and release dismissing any current litigation and forfeiting the right to participate or claim in a future litigation or settlement against GKN related to the May 21, 2026 incident. 

Claimants are advised that there are multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May 21, 2026 incident that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Information about the lawsuits, including the case names and numbers, plaintiffs' counsel's names and contact information, the filing court(s) and the presiding judge(s), if available, and information about membership in the putative classes, is available on gkngg.com.  Claimants are advised that if they were to proceed in litigation, such litigation, if successful, could result in a higher recovery to them than participating in this Claims Program.  

GKN looks forward to seeing members of the community tomorrow. To facilitate a smooth event for everyone, we would like to reiterate event details and share some information we hope is helpful ahead of time.

When and where is tomorrow’s event?

The event is on Tuesday, October 27, at Delta Hotels Anaheim Garden Grove at 12021 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840. The event begins at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Free parking will be available to attendees in the hotel’s rear parking lot. Accessible entrances are located at the front and rear of the building.

What is the bag policy for the event?

For the safety of everyone attending, please limit bags to small personal or medical items (clear bags preferred). Backpacks, large bags, and other oversized items will not be permitted inside the event. All permitted bags and personal items will be screened prior to entry. 

What will tomorrow’s event cover? Will claims be processed at the event?

Tomorrow’s community event will be an opportunity to learn more about the claims program, including information about eligibility, how to submit a claim, and what documentation is needed. Please note that we will not be able to accept or process claims, receipts, or other supporting documentation at the event, and we strongly encourage you not to bring these materials to the event.

If you’re unable to attend the event but would still like to read the slide presentation, it will be made available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean on gkngg.com afterwards. 

Do I need to attend the event in order to submit a claim?

No and, as noted, we cannot accept or process claims at the event. The event is intended as an opportunity to learn more about the claims program, and information shared at the event will also be made available on gkngg.com after the event.  

When and how can I submit a claim?

The claims program website will open for submissions tomorrow at noon at www.GKNGGClaimsProgram.com. At that time, GKN will provide another update confirming that the site is open for submissions and sharing additional information, details on phone support, and future opportunities for in-person assistance for anyone who cannot submit a claim online or who would like additional support.

What can you tell me about the claims program? Where can I go to learn more?

The claims program is not being run by GKN. It was approved by the Orange County Superior Court on October 19 and will be administered by an independent claims administrator and supervised by a retired federal judge. Guidelines and FAQs about the claims program are available here:

• English: [Guidelines] | [Frequently Asked Questions] ‍
• Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese): [Hướng dẫn] | [Câu hỏi thường gặp]
• ‍Español (Spanish): [Instrucciones] | [Preguntas frecuentes] ‍
• 한국어 (Korean): [안내문] | [자주 묻는 질문]

Please note that the phone number listed in the FAQs will become active tomorrow at 12 pm PT.

What interpretation services will be available at the community event, and in which languages?

To promote accessibility to as many members of the community as possible, the presentation and Q&A will be conducted in English, with live captions in Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean displayed on screens. Audio interpretation will also be available in these languages on your smartphone and earphones. If you prefer to listen, we encourage you to bring your smartphone and earphones, though earphones will also be available at the event for those who need them.

Printed copies of the slide presentation will be available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean at the event.

GKN Aerospace is pleased to share details of its October 27 community event.

The event will take place at Delta Hotels Anaheim Garden Grove at 12021 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840 at 6 p.m. and will include a slide presentation on the claims program, which will open for submissions on October 27 at 12 p.m., along with updates on the Garden Grove facility and safety enhancements. Following the presentation, community members will have an opportunity to ask questions and speak directly with GKN representatives. Community members are encouraged to submit their questions in advance at this link.  

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GKN Aerospace Community Event
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Delta Hotels Anaheim Garden Grove
12021 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Free parking will be available to attendees in the hotel’s rear parking lot. Accessible entrances are located at the front and rear of the building.

For the safety of everyone attending, please limit bags to small personal or medical items (clear bags preferred). Backpacks, large bags, and other oversized items will not be permitted inside the event. All permitted bags and personal items will be screened prior to entry. The Garden Grove Police Department will be on-site to support the event.

The slide presentation will be made available in English, Vietnamese, Spanish, and Korean both at the event and online at gkngg.com afterwards. 

Court Approves GKN Aerospace Claims Program and Enhanced Safety Plan

• ‍Up to $100 Million Claims Program for Affected Residents and Businesses Will Open As Soon As Possible
• Safety Plan Includes Extensive Facility Safety Upgrades, Improved Procedures, and Independent Oversight
• GKN to Host Community Event on October 27

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., October 19, 2026 - GKN Aerospace (“GKN” or the “Company”) today announced that the Orange County Superior Court has approved the resolution of the District Attorney’s Office’s civil investigation regarding the May incident at its Garden Grove facility.  

“From the beginning, GKN has committed to making things right with people and businesses affected by the evacuation order,” said GKN Senior Vice President Steve Carlin. “We look forward to opening the claims program for submissions as soon as possible.”

The claims program will provide up to $100 million for residents and businesses affected by the May evacuation. The resolution also establishes an enhanced safety plan with additional safeguards and oversight to support the facility’s safe return to full operations.

As previously announced, GKN will hold a community event on October 27 at which the community will have an opportunity to interact with GKN and learn more about the claims program. Further details will be announced in the days leading up to the event.

Claims Program

The program will be open to residents who lived in areas subject to evacuation orders and were displaced, as well as businesses located in the evacuation zone. Qualifying claimants may receive:

• Up to $300 per night for lodging up to five nights, with higher amounts of up to $500 per night or additional nights covered in certain circumstances.
• $50 per person per day for meals for up to five days.
• $20 per household per day for transportation for up to five days, or up to $50 per day with documentation of expenses.
• A $500 payment per household for loss of use of their residence, in addition to other qualifying compensation. This payment is intended to cover disruptions and needs such as toiletries, clothing, pet care, animal boarding and childcare, and requires no additional documentation beyond a completed claim application.
• Up to $500 per day in documented lost wages for hourly employees who missed work due to the evacuation, for a maximum of three working days.
• Up to $5,000 per day in documented lost profits for businesses required to close due to the evacuation.

Additional information about eligibility, documentation requirements, and how to submit a claim will be available on a dedicated claims website when the program opens. GKN will announce when the claims program opens and share details on how to access it. Support will be offered in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean. Payments for eligible claims will begin following review and approval of submitted claims.

Enhanced Safety Plan

The Court-approved safety plan and injunctive terms include extensive upgrades to equipment and technology, enhanced operating procedures, ongoing monitoring, and independent audits at the Garden Grove facility. Key measures include:  

• Extensive safety upgrades and new technology: The plan includes major improvements to the facility's MMA storage and handling systems, including new temperature and other gauges capable of continuously monitoring MMA storage tanks and systems, and new equipment capable of inhibiting an unexpected reaction.  ‍
• Independent oversight and accountability: An independent third-party auditor will conduct annual audits to assess compliance with the safety plan. ‍
• Improved operating and emergency procedures. ‍
• Enhanced employee training.

GKN continues to coordinate with relevant officials and work with experts as it moves toward a safe return to full operations.

Disclaimer

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com. 

Media Contact: [email protected]

As GKN previously announced, we have been working diligently to resolve the Orange County District Attorney’s Office’s civil investigation regarding the May incident. Today, the DA’s Office filed in court the necessary documents to initiate the process of resolving the investigation. The proposed resolution includes a claims program of up to $100 million for affected residents and businesses and a safety plan.  

GKN has completed the preparatory work necessary to launch the claims program. Contingent upon Court approval, GKN would open the claims program within days. Under the proposed program, online and in-person support would be available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean.

We will also hold a community event on October 27, at which the community will have an opportunity to interact with GKN and learn more about the claims program. Further details will be announced in the days leading up to the event.

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com.  

As GKN Aerospace announced on August 24, 2026, we are working diligently towards a full resolution of the Orange County District Attorney’s Office civil investigation regarding the May incident.

Once we reach that resolution, of which the claims program and enhanced safety plan will be significant components, we will promptly submit it to the Superior Court jointly with the District Attorney’s Office. We will open the claims program for submissions as soon as possible after receiving the Court’s approval. We also intend to hold a community event shortly after the Court’s approval, in connection with the opening of the claims program, where attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about the program and ask questions. We continue to expect the event to take place in October.

We will continue to provide updates, including the date for our first community event, in due course.

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com.

On August 24, GKN Aerospace announced plans to establish a claims program to provide up to $100 million for eligible individuals and businesses to resolve claims for damages associated with the May evacuation order.  

In the weeks since, we have been working diligently to finalize the program’s details, ensure it is accessible to members of the local community, and prepare to open the program for submissions.

We are also finalizing details to host community events where community members can learn more about the program, ask questions, and receive assistance with the claims submission process.  

We aim to host a community event the first week of October, with the claims program to open in the first half of the month.

We will continue to provide updates as additional details are finalized.

GKN Aerospace Announces Claims Program to Provide up to $100 Million for Communities Subject to May Evacuation Orders

Program targeted to open for claims submissions in fall 2026

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., August 24, 2026 - GKN Aerospace (“GKN” or the “Company”) announced today that it will launch a claims program to provide up to $100 million for eligible residents and businesses seeking to resolve claims for damages incurred in connection with the May evacuation order. 

“This facility has been part of Garden Grove for 60 years, and the claims program we’re announcing today reflects how seriously we take our responsibility to our neighbors,” said GKN Senior Vice President Steve Carlin. “From the outset, GKN has pledged to make things right, and we appreciate the community’s patience as we worked closely with local officials to finalize the best path forward.” 

The details and administration of the program, which will reimburse eligible claimants for damages associated with the evacuation, including hotel stays, meals, transportation, loss of wages, and loss of use, are in development. Over the coming weeks, GKN will provide more details on the program, which is targeted to open in fall 2026 for submissions. Payments for eligible claims will follow swiftly thereafter. 

GKN will be engaging with local stakeholders to help ensure the program is accessible and efficient, including by making instructions available in multiple languages. GKN will host a series of community events to provide information about the claims program and assist with the application process. All updates, information, and resources regarding the claims program and community events will be posted to gkngg.com.

GKN has fully cooperated with all investigations, including that of the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. The District Attorney has closed its criminal investigation and determined that there will be no criminal charges. The program announced today represents a significant step toward full resolution of the District Attorney’s Office civil law enforcement investigation. 

GKN is committed to the safety of the facility, its employees, and the broader community. When elevated temperature readings were identified on May 21, GKN took immediate action, working alongside emergency response personnel, making its facility readily available to relevant local authorities, and deploying third-party experts. Throughout the response and in the weeks that followed, experts conducted comprehensive air monitoring of the facility to ensure the safety of the surrounding areas. That air monitoring consistently showed no elevated readings and data within typical levels. Fenceline air monitoring continues today with data updated regularly on a dashboard available on gkngg.com.

Since the incident occurred, GKN has worked closely with regulators, elected officials, and experts to review the incident and safely reset the facility. GKN permanently decommissioned the tank involved in the incident and made substantial investments in safety enhancements at the facility. GKN is targeting September 28, 2026 to resume full manufacturing operations, subject to an independently monitored, court-approved safety plan, and is working closely with relevant agencies and officials to do so. 

GKN Aerospace's facility has been in operation since 1966 and today employs more than 500 local residents, including multi-generational families who have built careers at the facility. The Garden Grove facility is critical to the U.S. aerospace industry as a world leader in producing advanced aerospace canopies, cabin windows, and flight deck windows for commercial and military aircraft, as well as spacecraft. 

For information about the multiple putative class actions and individual proceedings related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please visit the Q&A page of www.gkngg.com. 

Media Contact: [email protected]

We are currently assessing a potential claims program that would allow eligible people to resolve claims for losses incurred in connection with the May evacuation order. The program being discussed would seek to make the claims process as accessible and efficient as possible, including by providing instructions in multiple languages.

For more information, please continue to check this website and/or sign up to receive updates.

For more information about the multiple putative class action and individual proceedings making claims related to the May evacuation that have been filed in Orange County Superior Court and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, please see the Q&A.

The Unified Command (UC) has completed key operational objectives, including the removal of all liquid neutralized MMA material from Tanks #2 and #4 (the “non-incident” tanks), and is now demobilizing. Air monitoring around the facility will continue, and the public dashboard will remain available for residents to view air monitoring activity.

• The phase of work scheduled for this period was completed successfully.

• Following the storage of samples, the removed material is being disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal rules.

• Air monitoring data continues to show no elevated MMA readings in the community, and all data is within typical levels.

Arcwood Environmental, one of GKN Aerospace’s environmental response partners, issued the following press release on its successfully completed activities involving our Garden Grove facility.

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Arcwood Environmental Completes Response Effort at GKN Aerospace's Garden Grove Facility

Working alongside GKN Aerospace, regulators and local stakeholders, Arcwood led environmental response efforts

INDIANAPOLIS, July 16, 2026 — Arcwood Environmental (Arcwood), working alongside GKN Aerospace, regulatory agencies and local stakeholders, has completed key environmental response activities at GKN Aerospace's Garden Grove, California facility. As GKN Aerospace's environmental response partner, Arcwood provided the specialized expertise required to safely manage hazardous materials, reduce risk and support the facility's path forward, while maintaining a strong focus on protecting workers, the surrounding community and the environment.

The work included the safe removal, transportation, treatment and disposal of neutralized methyl methacrylate (MMA) from two unaffected storage tanks at the facility. Throughout the response, Arcwood worked in close coordination with GKN Aerospace and partners to support a safe, compliant, and carefully managed removal and preservation effort.

"When unforeseen events occur, our customers need expertise they can trust," said Carol Roos, Chief Communications and Sustainability Officer at Arcwood Environmental. "Supporting our customers means bringing the technical experience needed to manage hazardous materials safely and thoroughly, while keeping the people and communities affected at the center of every decision."

"We are grateful for Arcwood for their dedicated work in helping us safely complete this phase of our reset. We are looking forward to continuing the facility's 60-year legacy of manufacturing the world's most advanced aircraft windows here in Garden Grove," said Steve Carlin, Senior Vice President at GKN Aerospace.

Media Contact: [email protected]

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About Arcwood Environmental

Arcwood Environmental minimizes the impact of waste to clear the way for a better future. Backed by decades of experience, Arcwood partners with Fortune 500 companies and local enterprises across industries — including pharmaceutical, chemical, advanced manufacturing, oil and gas, and steel — to tackle the world's most pressing industrial waste challenges. Arcwood's comprehensive, agile, and scalable solutions span the entire waste management hierarchy, from prevention and recycling to treatment and disposal. Arcwood's customizable solutions are designed to keep operations running smoothly while supporting compliance and sustainability goals.  

www.arcwoodenviro.com

• The phase of cleanup scheduled for this period progressed successfully and is scheduled to continue next week. This current phase includes removing any final neutralized MMA from the “non-incident” tanks (Tanks #2 and #4) and cleaning those tanks.

• The material removed this week was disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal rules, with a small amount retained for future testing.

• Air monitoring data continues to show no elevated readings, and all data is within typical levels.

• Removal of neutralized MMA material from Tanks #2 and #4 (the “non-incident” tanks) progressed successfully and as planned this week. The material was disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal rules, with a small amount retained for future sampling.

• The next phase of cleanup, including removal of any remaining neutralized MMA in Tanks #2 and #4 and cleaning of Tanks #2 and #4, will begin on July 6.

• Air monitoring data continues to show no elevated readings, and all data is within typical levels.

GKN is coordinating with Unified Command to facilitate the planned removal of neutralized MMA from two storage tanks at the facility during the period commencing Monday, June 29, and ending on Thursday, July 2. This removal will be carried out safely and over multiple days. Dr. Darwin Cheng, Director of Environmental Health (OCHCA), confirmed to the Garden Grove City Council on June 23 that there is no danger to the community during the MMA removal process.

• The vast majority of the Garden Grove facility was unaffected by the incident. The area housing the tanks is a small corner of the plant and is currently cordoned off. It is in this area that a thorough analysis of the incident is ongoing and where site response and recovery work is continuing.  
• Most GKN employees work in unaffected operations in other parts of the plant. Their work includes forming, lamination, machining, and assembly, and does not require them to go near the tanks or the ongoing review. Select employees have now returned to the plant to conduct safety checks and machine calibrations at this unaffected portion of the facility.  
• GKN continues to work closely with other regulators and authorities, including the U.S. EPA and Cal OSHA, regarding the affected portion of the facility. Work is underway to clean up this area, including draining MMA from tanks that were not involved in the incident, while preserving all relevant materials.  
• Air monitoring continues 24/7 at the fenceline and shows no elevated readings. In the surrounding community, both daily sampling and stationary monitoring continue at designated locations.
• All the measures we’ve put in place with the support and cooperation of our regulators and other authorities confirm that the facility, our employees, and residents remain safe.  
• Dr. Darwin Cheng, Director of Environmental Health (OCHCA), confirmed to the Garden Grove City Council on June 23 that there is no danger to the community during the MMA removal process.
• GKN will continue to provide updates to the community as work progresses.

GKN Aerospace Announces Community Support Initiatives

Includes funding to Orange County United Way’s OC Community Resilience Fund to provide short-term assistance as well as commitment to support broader community initiatives

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., June 3, 2026 - GKN Aerospace announced it has funded $3 million to Orange County United Way’s OC Community Resilience Fund to provide assistance to those affected by the recent evacuation of areas surrounding GKN’s Garden Grove facility. The company is also committing an additional $1 million to support broader community initiatives across Orange County. GKN earlier funded $1 million to the American Red Cross to support residents directly impacted by evacuation orders when those orders were in effect.

“By working with a trusted local organization with the infrastructure to mobilize resources quickly, we hope to help expedite assistance to those most in need,” said GKN Senior Vice President Steve Carlin, who oversees the Garden Grove site’s programs. “We will continue to engage with community leaders, work with the authorities, and help the community move forward.”

The OC Community Resilience Fund provides coordinated recovery support for those affected by the incident. By calling 2-1-1 Orange County, a service of Orange County United Way, residents can be connected with local health and human service resources and information about available aid. The fund uses established screening and vulnerability assessment processes to help prioritize assistance.

GKN remains grateful to the emergency responders, public officials, technical specialists, nonprofit organizations, and regulatory agencies that collaborated in the response effort.

Site response and recovery work is continuing under the oversight of the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) as the County’s Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), and through the Unified Command, the coordinated incident-management structure for the response, which includes the OCHCA, South Coast Air Quality Management District, and GKN.

Residents can find the latest site status information at the Orange County Health Care Agency’s website. Additional information is available at www.gkngg.com.

Media Contact: [email protected]