In Ohio, the disposal of East Palestine train derailment wastewater into local injection wells has ignited community protests over environmental concerns.
Nick Evans reports for Ohio Capital Journal.
In short:
- The wastewater from East Palestine's train accident is being disposed of in nearby Coshocton, causing public dissent.
- Local leaders demand more control and transparency in waste disposal decisions.
- The situation reflects broader issues of environmental justice and local autonomy.
Key quote:
"We have no say in what’s coming. We have no ability to regulate this, to limit this, to monitor this."
— Lucy Bryan Malenke, local community organizer.
Why this matters:
This case raises critical questions about the long-term impacts of such practices on community health and local ecosystems.
East Palestine 6 months later: Health issues persists and answers are elusive.
