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Toxin Release from Louisiana-Pacific Sawmill in Cloverdale

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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What happened

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Louisiana-Pacific operated a sawmill in Cloverdale on October 8, 2026, which resulted in a toxin release. The site, which was previously used by Masonite as a wood preserving facility, was found to contain hydrocarbons, including petrol. The contamination is located at a site slated for a large housing, retail, and restaurant project.

From pressdemocrat.com

Why it matters

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The contamination at the site is a major concern for opponents of the Esmeralda project, which proponents claim will deliver more than $4 million annually to the city. The presence of contaminated water and soil complicates the approval process for the large development.

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Who's involved

  • Louisiana-PacificOperated the sawmill in Cloverdale, resulting in the toxin release
  • CloverdaleThe city where the sawmill operated and where the housing project is planned
  • Sonoma CountyThe county under which Cloverdale operates
  • EAH HousingProponent of the large housing, retail, and restaurant project on the site

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