Ohio is suing Norfolk Southern over last month's East Palestine train derailment, calling it 'entirely avoidable,' state Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
The lawsuit claims that dozens of violations of various federal and state environmental laws resulted in hazardous pollutants being released into the air, water and ground — potentially posing long-term threats to human health and the environment.
It also alleges damage to the regional economy, local businesses and residents, many of whom have been displaced.for damages, incurred emergency response costs, repayment of court costs, as well as the recovery of lost taxes and other economic harm for the state and its residents. The attorney general is also seeking to recover the lost taxes, injunctive relief, civil penalties and court costs.Ohio shouldn’t have to bear the tremendous financial burden of Norfolk Southern’s glaring negligence," Yost said in a statement.Meanwhile,Tuesday saying, "We look forward to working toward a final resolution with Attorney General Yost."
The company said its goal is to "make it right" for the people of East Palestine and the surrounding communities, as it works to clean the incident site and provide financial assistance to affected residents and businesses.
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