Norfolk Southern reviews safety after Graniteville wreck ten years on
Norfolk Southern public relations chief Robin Chapman says the 10 year mark prompts reflection on victims and safety improvements. The company supports advanced tank car standards and positive train control under the 2008 Rail Safety Improvement Act, with upgrades in training procedures signaling equipment and track safety across routes carrying toxic by inhalation chemicals.
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Graniteville chlorine disaster lingers in health toll decade later
The Graniteville train wreck of January 6 2005 released 60 tons of liquid chlorine turning into a green gas fog. At least nine died and about 1400 sought care as far as 18 miles downwind. Researchers from Tulane report rising hospitalizations for lung and mental health issues through 2013.
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