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Trains carrying loads of coal bring with them higher rates of asthma, heart disease, hospitalization and death for residents living nearest the rail lines, according to a new study from the UC Davis.

Freight trains carrying coal pose a health risk to communities living near rail lines, according to new research.

The recent report raised concerns about the impacts of coal train pollution on people, who could become vulnerable to asthma, heart disease, and hospitalization. Young people, older adults, and people with low incomes are at risk of the health effects of pollution. Read here.

Scientists in California are working with communities—and a suite of tools—to better monitor air quality

A team in California is working with communities—and a suite of AI tools—to better understand air pollution.

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Coal trains give off more fine particulate matter than other trains, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations   By LILLY ACKERMAN —

Researchers from UC Davis measured the air quality impacts of coal trains running through Richmond, using AI to detect which were carrying coal.