Okinawa Gas Supply Coming Stateside
Pentagon sources indicate the relocation of lethal chemical weapons from Okinawa to the United States beginning this month or January. About five shipments totaling roughly 10 000 tons are planned with initial loads near 2 000 tons including packing. The gas GB VX and mustard blister agent would be moved to Bangor Washington then Umatilla Oregon by rail, involving about 200 rail cars.