When Norfolk Southern train 32N derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, on February 3rd, nearly half of its cars were carrying toxic chemicals. Thousands of East Palestine residents evacuated, and upon return were told not to drink the water. There are reports of fish, chickens, pigs, and even household pets dying due to the chemical exposure. The derailment and explosion happened right in the middle of a working-class small town, and DSA members live in the affected area. Since the time of the derailment, the community has experienced numerous health impacts, stress, lost wages and bills from evaluation, and other hardships that they know will continue for a long time to come. They are afraid to drink the water, their children cannot play sports in the fields due to fear of the soil. With Akron DSA's support, Mahoning Valley DSA is raising money to support area mutual aid efforts and organizing.

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