EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — A town hall in East Palestine, Ohio became heated as an exasperated and furious crowd shouted their frustrations at state and federal officials and a Norfolk Southern representative.
It's been four weeks since a Norfolk Southern train derailed in the town on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, releasing vinyl chloride, ethyl acrylate and isobutylene into the environment -- chemicals that are considered to be very toxic, possibly even carcinogenic with high exposures. These chemicals have been known to cause symptoms including drowsiness, lethargy, headaches and nausea.
Homeowners have been complaining of an array of symptoms including eye and skin irritation, nausea and headaches. Recently, a medical clinic opened to address those with health questions and concerns. One man became emotional as he addressed Norfolk Southern's representative, saying he didn't feel safe living in East Palestine with his children and grandchildren.
ABC News previously reported that, last month, Norfolk Southern officials had opted out of attending another town hall, citing concerns for their employees' safety -- something for which the community has criticized them.
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