Video – South Bay power plant implosion draws ever closer…

With clean-up complete, overdue blast now looks imminent.

The South Bay Power Plant’s time is almost up. Demolition crews have removed 24,000 tons of recyclable material, as well as material that is harmful to the environment. All that is left is one big implosion.

The plant, which is located on Chula Vista’s bayfront, was originally slated for implosion as early as October 2012.

However, cleanup took a bit longer than expected. Chula Vista Mayor Cheryl Cox told 10News it needed to be done correctly because the plant is located so close to sensitive habitats along San Diego Bay.

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