Deer Park is becoming a dumping ground for toxic liquid waste from the Ohio train derailment, and residents are rightfully worried about what this means for our local air and water. You should definitely tune into the next city council meeting to see how officials plan to keep our neighborhood safe.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
While the facility might see a short-term revenue boost, the potential for long-term environmental cleanup costs could end up hitting taxpayers hard.
The private waste disposal facility in Deer Park is the primary entity profiting from these incoming shipments.
Local residents are the ones stuck with the risk of potential spills, toxic exposure, and decreased property values.
Hazardous waste from Ohio derailment coming to Deer Park, as Hidalgo, city leaders vow vigilance Houston Chronicle
Ohio train derailment liquid waste headed to Deer Park for storage and disposal, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality says ABC13 Houston
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