While air and water quality remained stable Sunday, and officials have yet to see abnormal levels in screenings, 'things can change at any moment,' said James Justice, an on-scene coordinator with the EPA's Emergency Response.
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio --late Friday in East Palestine, Ohio, a crash that led to a large inferno that continues to burn, evacuations, a shelter-in-place order and concerns about air quality.
The train derailed in East Palestine, about 15 miles south of Youngstown, Friday evening, according to earlier comments by officials. Of the more than 100 cars, about 20 were carrying hazardous materials, according to the National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating the incident. While air and water quality remained stable Sunday, and officials have yet to see abnormal levels in screenings, "things can change at any moment," said James Justice, an on-scene coordinator with the EPA's Emergency Response.Authorities continue to monitor for a "long list" of chemicals, he said -- not only those provided to authorities in a list from Norfolk Southern, but also those that can result from combustion.
Both restrictions remained in place Sunday, Conaway said at a news conference. Fire Chief Keith Drabkick told reporters at the news conference the scene remained volatile, preventing authorities from conducting on-scene operations. Crews will not be able to determine the full list of chemicals involved until the fires stops burning, Drabkick said.
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