A toxic train derailment occurred near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border on Feb. 3, 2023, causing evacuations of the nearly 5,000 residents of East Palestine, Ohio. The train was carrying hazardous materials, including vinyl chloride, butyl acrylate, ethylhexyl acrylate, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, and isobutylene. The derailment caused a fire and resulted in toxic fumes being released into the area. A controlled release of gas allowed it to burn and prevented an explosion. Environmental officials say that continuing air monitoring hasn’t detected dangerous levels since the residents were allowed to return. Meanwhile, state officials cautioned residents to drink bottled water and evaluate … Continue reading Negligence Allegations: Lawsuits Filed Following Train Derailment and Toxic Chemical Spill in Ohio