East Palestine Marks One Year Since Toxic Train Derailment

The small Ohio town remains divided and uncertain as residents grapple with health concerns and environmental cleanup efforts.

A year after a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, releasing toxic chemicals, the community is still dealing with the aftermath.
Residents report ongoing health issues, while environmental cleanup continues with over 177,000 tons of solid waste and 166 million tons of wastewater removed.
Federal and local officials assure the public of safety, but skepticism and fear persist among the population.
Independent scientists criticize the EPA for not being transparent about unknown risks and allowing Norfolk Southern to lead the contamination monitoring.
The incident has sparked calls for stricter rail safety regulations and long-term health care for affected residents.