EPA Administrator, congressman, Ohio, PA governors returning to East Palestine Tuesday
U.S. EPA Administrator, Michael Regan will be returning to East Palestine on Tuesday to provide an update on the recent train derailment incident.
According to a press release, Regan will also announce additional measures to ensure the health and safety of the community and to hold Norfolk Southern accountable.
This visit coincides with the opening of a clinic for residents who have medical questions or concerns regarding the derailment.
The clinic will be run by the Ohio Department of Health along with partnering agencies including both the Ohio and U.S. EPAs.
Following the visit, a press conference will be held at approximately 12:30 p.m. In addition to Regan, Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Valley Congressman Bill Johnson will also be at this press conference.
21 News will be streaming this conference live on the 21 WFMJ Facebook Page.