Michiganders rally against the disposal of toxic waste in Michigan

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The extensive and paramount work ​of removing contaminated soil and testing the environment continues 23 days after a train derailment released toxic chemicals into East Palestine, Ohio. ​ People living near the site are fearing for their health and safety. ​ "One thing that's been made clear to me is that everyone wants this contamination gone from the community," EPA Regional Administrator Debra Shore said on CNN. ​But where is it going? ​Well, at least 15 truckloads of the toxic waste are in Wayne County. ​ "We don't want this stuff in our backyards. We don't want the sickness," ​Stephanie Butler said.

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