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Keystone Spill and Its Environmental Cost | US News
A massive oil spill on the Keystone pipeline—equal to nearly an Olympic pool—has sparked a $3 million cleanup settlement with Kansas, though the company denies fault. While no humans were harmed and water supplies remained safe, over 2,700 animals were impacted, including endangered bats. An engineering report revealed the pipeline’s bend was overstressed from day one, and repairs in 2013 didn’t replace the faulty section. This incident underscores the growing conflict between energy infrastructure and environmental safety as new pipelines continue to be proposed. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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