- Reports on chemical exposure risks in the country.
- Studies are underway regarding industry impact in the overburdened Baltimore area, noting chemical disaster risks in Baltimore, Lac-Mégantic, and East Palestine.
- The EPA withheld vital information from residents in East Palestine.
Complaint Filed with EPA Inspector General Regarding East Palestine Derailment
What happened
The Government Accountability Project filed a complaint with the EPA’s office of inspector general regarding the East Palestine derailment. The complaint stems from a former scientist who was involved in chemical testing contracted by Norfolk Southern in the aftermath of the incident three years ago. The scientist alleged that testing was pressured to downplay results, use incorrect equipment, or operate with high detection limits.
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Why it matters
The allegations suggest that documents obtained by the Project indicate the vent and burn decision at the time may have exposed more people to risk than a potential explosion. Furthermore, the Project claims that information regarding these risks was not shared with state and local leaders making the operational decisions.
The EPA withheld vital information from residents in East Palestine. Studies are underway regarding industry impact in the overburdened Baltimore area, noting chemical disaster risks in Baltimore, Lac-Mégantic, and East Palestine.
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Who's involved
- East PalestineVillage affected by the derailment and chemical spill.
- Government Accountability ProjectUS nonprofit organization that filed the complaint against the EPA inspector general.
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The entities involved
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East Palestine
village in Columbiana County, Ohio, United States
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EPA
defunct retail company
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Government Accountability Project
US nonprofit organization
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