The blazing derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying a cargo of toxic chemicals has left the small town of East Palestine, Ohio, reeling in its aftermath. Still, the implications of the controlled release of a specific chemical have led to mounting and far-reaching concerns about water contamination.
The derailment was most likely caused by a mechanical failure involving a rail car axle. However, the incident is still under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The responsibility for the cleanup and fallout will also likely rest squarely on the shoulders of the company that allowed safety inspection protocols to deteriorate, all while posting record profits to its shareholders over the last four years.
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