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Love Canal and the Birth of Superfund | Buffalo News
In 1978, President Carter stood in Buffalo as protesters erupted over the Love Canal disaster — a toxic waste crisis that birthed the Superfund program. Today, the EPA continues its mission to clean up hazardous sites and respond to environmental emergencies, using funds from industry taxes and government coffers. But cleanup isn’t just technical — it’s deeply human, impacting health, homes, and trust. New findings in Niagara Falls and Tonawanda reveal ongoing work: soil tests, water checks, and reevaluations of once-cleared land. The goal? To make communities safe again — through…
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