Railroad Will Pay $600 Million To East Palestine Residents Over One Year After Toxic Derailment

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Norfolk Southern Railway announced Tuesday that it agreed to award a $600 million settlement to residents of East Palestine, OH, over one year after one of its trains derailed, releasing thousands of gallons of toxic chemicals in the area.

FOX Business reported that the payout is to “resolve a class action lawsuit brought by residents and businesses impacted by the derailment.” ---More...