The toxic spill that left a legacy of change
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A decade ago, thousands of tons of toxic coal ash poured into the Dan River. The spill—the third largest of its kind in US history—was a devastating environmental disaster. But today, the event is perhaps best known for its legacy of legislation, as environmental activists and communities across North Carolina turned a local disaster into a national rallying cry for change.Featuring:  Celeste Gracia, Environmental Reporter at WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio Brian Williams, Program Manager at the Dan River Basin Association Tiffany Hayworth, Executive Director at the Dan River Basin Association Frank Holloman, Senior Attorney at the Southern Environmental Law Center Amy Adams, former Campaign Coordinator at Appalachian Voices Bill Norton, Spokesperson at Duke Energy Links:  Check out Celeste’s recent reporting for WUNC on the ten year anniversary of the Dan River coal ash spill and its lasting impact on environmental policy. You can find a transcript of the episode here. Donate: The Broadside is made possible by contributions from listeners like you. Support WUNC-North Carolina Public Radio and this podcast by making a donation.
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