People living near a coal ash landfill are experiencing chronic illnesses. They attribute their health issues to a persistent foul smell from the landfill. State and local agencies claim the odor does not pose a health risk.
What we know
- Earthjustice attorneys are investigating whether pollution from the landfill is causing residents' health issues.
- The landfill owner, Vistra Corp, has denied a request from the Washington Township Board of Trustees to take water samples from the landfill site.
- Independent air and water testing will be conducted at various times of day to get a more accurate representation of pollution levels.
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