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Ethylene Oxide Leak Sparks Trust Questions | Richmond News
A major ethylene oxide leak at a Virginia sterilization plant sent shockwaves through the community—nearly 600 pounds of the cancer-linked gas escaped due to a faulty valve, triggering a $53K fine. Though the state says the plant now has new safeguards, residents are furious over delayed communication: the fire department was notified hours after containment, and county officials claim no immediate action was needed. But with past EPA warnings and lingering distrust, the real issue isn’t just the leak—it’s the silence. Now, officials are rethinking how to balance public safety with avoiding…
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