Asphalt Smell Threatens Health | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 1m

A neighborhood near Hilliard is battling a relentless chemical stench—like burning asphalt—that’s turning daily life into a health hazard. Residents, including kids suffering headaches and asthma attacks, say the smell persists despite repeated EPA reports and even window-sealing efforts. The culprit? A nearby recycled asphalt plant. One resident built a wind-tracking site to map odor patterns, raising alarms that regulated emissions may still mask dangerous long-term health risks, including possible cancer links. With the plant’s permit renewal pending and no application yet submitted to the…