The Biden administration and state officials are reassuring residents in eastern Ohio that the air is safe to breathe after conducting a controlled release of toxic chemicals. Shortly after the derailment, Norfolk Southern opted to release the gas from the derailed cars, potentially releasing deadly fumes into the air, to prevent a potentially disastrous explosion. EPA continues to conduct air monitoring throughout the East Palestine community,” the EPA said in a statement Sunday. However, Norfolk Southern said Monday the company has continued air monitoring efforts in the region and in homes, confirming that it is safe for residents. “We’ve completed close to 300 in-home air monitoring visits and none have had indicated unsafe air quality,” he continued.
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