Hazardous Materials Transport
The movement of hazardous chemicals by train, truck or pipeline and the pollution caused by traffic, particularly truck traffic, on our roads and highways, poses additional hidden risks to communities along their routes. Recent events have highlighted these risks.
Basics
- Train Derailments and railroad transportation of hazardous waste
- Environmental Risky Business (Moving LNG around Delaware County)– LWVDC video — 08-21-2020
- The Corinthos Disaster — U.S. Coast Guard Report on 26 killed in Marcus Hook– 03-02-77
Current Status
- Norfolk Southern Must Defend against East Palestine Class Action Suits — Reuters — 03-14-24
- Pennsylvanians Near East Palestine derailment Still Suffering Health Effects — Spotlight PA — 02-23-24
- What If Ohio Derailment Happened in Philly? — Philadelphia Inquirer — 02-07-23
Paths Forward
- Norfolk Southern Settles East Palestine Suits for $600 Million — Capital-Star — 04-10-24
- Year After East Palestine RR Lobbyists Stall Safety Measures in Congress — Trib Live — 04-01-24