A breakdown of what’s known, and what’s not, about the incident and its aftermath.
Tag: Water Pollution
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Many in East Palestine Seek Out Their Own Screenings for Toxic Chemicals
The moves reflect residents’ deep-seated mistrust of government screenings of toxic chemicals and fears of long-term effects from the train derailment.
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Ohio Derailment: Head of EPA Visits East Palestine, But Residents Still Frustrated
A visit to East Palestine from the head of the E.P.A. and a White House pledge to lend more support were met with skepticism in the community.
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E.P.A. Bans Disposal of Mine Waste in Bristol Bay, Blocking Pebble Mine Project
The determination, made under the Clean Water Act, will protect a valuable wild salmon fishery and quashes a proposed mine project in the area.