East Palestine Ohio train derailment
Very scary for me I have severe COPD and I am only 13 miles from the site.
I hear how scary and stressful this situation must be for you. How are you handling being near the site? Have you felt your symptoms worsening? It may be a good idea to loop your doctor in and see if they have any recommendations on what you can do to care for yourself and your COPD at this time. Wishing you a peaceful day. All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member). Thank you. I have been staying indoors as much as possible. , that sounds like a good plan! Hopefully, things get better for you soon but until then follow the instructions of your local officials and doctor! All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).
What is the LARGEST OHIO CITY, EAST PALESTINE, near? I am ORIGINALLY from just out of PITTSBURGH, PA. Youngstown Ohio
Two chemicals, butyl acrylate and vinyl chloride, have previously been disclosed, with vinyl chloride leading to a mandatory evacuation last Monday. In its letter to the company, EPA listed the three other chemicals involved in the derailment: ethylhexyl acrylate, which can cause burning on the skin and in the eyes, coughing and shortness of breath; isobutylene, which can make people dizzy and drowsy; and ethylene glycol monobutyl ether which can cause coughing, dizziness, drowsiness, headaches, nausea, and weakness if inhaled.
