Arrr! The scurvy dog Grinch be plunderin' East Palestine! A local lubber claims the company and government abandoned us afore Christmas!
2023-12-23
Arr, a fine lass from East Palestine, Ohio, be havin' naught but disappointment in the crown's rule, after the Norfolk Southern shipwreck left her beloved town in ruins. Aye, she be losin' faith in the powers that be, ye scallywags!
An East Palestine, Ohio resident named Jami Wallace is accusing Norfolk Southern and federal officials of abandoning her and her town after a toxic train derailment earlier this year. The incident caused hazardous chemicals to spill out, posing health risks for nearby residents. Wallace claims that she has lost faith in the government and her love for the country as a result. She criticizes President Biden for not visiting the crash site and feels ignored by her own town, state government, and federal government. Wallace and her daughter experienced symptoms such as burning eyes, runny noses, and severe coughs after the crash and had to seek medical attention. Some residents fearing serious health concerns relocated due to the exposure to hazardous substances. Norfolk Southern provided relocation aid for some residents but announced that it would end payments for those who haven't returned by February 9, which frustrated Wallace. She also criticized the timing of the announcement just a few weeks before Christmas. Wallace feels financially devastated from the experience and questions the company's focus on economic recovery rather than residents' well-being. Norfolk Southern claims to have invested over $100 million in the community and remains committed to East Palestine. The Biden administration began a risk assessment and the EPA is working to ensure the health and safety of residents. However, Wallace remains worried and believes that awareness and prayer are the only things that can save them. She questions whether it is safe to return to her home and worries about the long-term effects of the chemical exposure. Wallace's family has deep roots in East Palestine and they would be heartbroken to leave, but they want to know if it is safe to stay. Governor DeWine's office calls on Norfolk Southern to fairly compensate residents.