The Texas Attorney General is taking a chemical company to court over a massive chlorine leak that forced nearby residents to shelter in place. This legal battle could shake up how industrial plants operate in the region.
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Stable — consistent level of discussion. 6 mentions in the last 30 days, 8 the 60 before, 4 the 90 before that.
The city may face significant cleanup costs if the responsible party cannot pay.
East End residents who live near industrial sites.
Residents living near the fire site who reported health issues.
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Nearly half of the power plants planned to supply electricity for data centers would be in Texas. Experts warn they will emit significant pollution that could harm the health of communities nearby.