Residents of a small town in Ohio are still reeling from the aftermath of a train derailment that occurred earlier this week. The derailment caused a toxic spill that has left the town’s residents with rashes and worries about their health and safety.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) held a press conference today to provide an update on the situation. They reported that the spill is contained and that they have begun the process of cleaning up the area. They also said that they are looking into the cause of the derailment and are working with local authorities to ensure that the safety of the town’s residents is not compromised.

The EPA’s update has done little to assuage the fears of many of the town’s residents, who are pushing for answers about their health concerns. Their worries have been echoed by Congressman, who is responding to criticism from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine about the train’s undisclosed cargo.

The accident has sparked a larger debate about environmental disasters and their consequences. NJ.com columnist Tom Sheneman wrote a piece about the avoidable environmental disaster nobody is talking about. He argues that more needs to be done to ensure that such disasters do not occur in the future.

Residents of the town will continue to wait for answers as the EPA and local authorities investigate the cause of the derailment. In the meantime, they are relying on the EPA’s updates and the support of their Congressman to ensure that their health and safety are not compromised.

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