Toxic cloud released by chemical-laden train derailment The current situation in the USA. February 3rd, right at Ohio near the city of East Palestine, a
freight train that he wore chemicals very dangerous it derailed and exploded, releasing a huge toxic cloud.
At first it was thought that everything should be solved immediately, but no. Among the chemicals released into the air was the vinyl chloride, a toxic gas used in the manufacture of highly flammable PVC plastic and vinyl products. However, as the newspaper also reports republicthe citizens, afraid of an apocalyptic scenario after the massive fire and the big cloud above their heads, were evacuated because the air was not breathable.
In the weeks after the accident, the emergency did not return, on the contrary, there were several reports dead wildlifeAnd Fish, and for this reason the residents of East Palestine were denied return to their homes.
In short, Ohio health officials conceded just days ago that “new data” would show a larger number and quantity of chemicals released. from 50 of the 150 tank wagons of the derailed train, compared to what was originally communicated. The US Environmental Protection Agency (ep) said he had not found “worrying levels of toxins in the air attributable to the accident,” but acknowledged that “residents may still perceive odors,” and recommended that patients showing symptoms of poisoning be taken to the hospital.
There is so much concern, fear mongering and total chaos in the USA after this horrific accident. Thanks to various environmental organizations in the USA, there are now appeals to question the President directly Joe Biden trying to get more clarity. One of the main allegations is the fact that we don’t talk enough about what happened because there is fear of one “unprecedented environmental catastrophe‘.