The horror comedy film 'Return of the Living Dead Part II' was released in theaters in the United States.
Principal photography for the sequel to the original cult classic 'Return of the Living Dead' took place.
Two boys accidentally release a gas called Trioxin while sneaking onto a chemical warehouse, which causes the dead to reanimate.
The military is alerted to the zombie outbreak and begins an operation to contain and eliminate the threat.
Authorities organize the evacuation of all citizens from the affected area to prevent further casualties.
Scientists and military personnel uncover the origin of the Trioxin gas causing the outbreak.
Despite efforts, the containment fails, and the zombie outbreak spreads beyond the town limits.