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In February 2023 , a train carrying chemicals jumped the tracks in East Palestine , Ohio , rupturing railcars filled with hazardous materials and fueling chemical fires.
The disaster drew global attention as governors of Ohio and Pennsylvania urged evacuations for a mile around the site.
After the evacuation order was lifted, residents complained about headaches, rashes, and other health symptoms after reentering buildings.
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