On February 23, a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, causing an environmental disaster of historic proportions. It was a Norfolk Southern train, which was over a mile long and carrying hazardous materials, including over 100,000 gallons of vinyl chloride. Three days later, a so called control to burn through toxic materials from the crash into the atmosphere that continues to affect communities for miles around. Since the derailment, many in East Palestine and neighboring communities have been struggling with challenges resulting from the chemical contamination as well as a lack of transparency from federal and state agencies. On this episode of Breaking green, we will talk with Amanda Kiger, the director of River Valley Organizing a citizens based community organization that works for a safer, cleaner and more community oriented environment in the Appalachian river valley, a region long challenged by environmental degradation. Amanda Kiger, has been featured prominently in the media, as she her organization and members of the East Palestine community seek a meaningful response from state and federal agencies that seem more concerned with the financial well being of Northfolk Southern man the residents. Don't miss an episode and subscribe to Breaking Green wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by Global Justice Ecology Project. Breaking Green is made possible by tax deductible donations from people like you. Please help us lift up the voices of those working to protect forests, defend human rights and expose false solutions.   Donate securely online here Or simply text GIVE to 716-257-4187