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Many residents believe toxic vapors that seeped into homes and businesses from the water are responsible for rare childhood cancers and other health problems in the area.
TCE is used in cleaning products, degreasers, brake cleaners and tire repair sealants. The EPA said exposure to the chemical has been known to cause cancer as well as harm the brain and reproductive system — and there are many safer alternatives available.
Five miles west of downtown and near the city’s industrial core is Bethel-Danebo, a West Eugene community home to people who are afraid to let their children play outside or
The spill contaminated the groundwater beneath about 2,800 addresses.
Residents near a contaminated groundwater site in north Wichita filed a class-action lawsuit this week alleging Union Pacific of exposing them to toxic materials.