Latest / Beyond Labels Premium
Episode #78: Ohio Chemical Spill Fall Out: How Far-Reaching Is it?
Leave Us A Voicemail
On February 3, a train operated by Norfolk Southern Railway derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, located on the border of Pennsylvania and roughly an hour from Pittsburgh. 11 cars containing hazardous loads derailed. Various toxic and carcinogenic chemicals were spilled as a result of the derailment, leading to concern for air, surface water, soil, and groundwater pollution. In addition, because the solution crafted by officials was to burn the chemicals, now there is additional concern over the pollution covering a much wider area. It also introduced a new concern regarding…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.