How will the train derailment in East Palestine affect the U.S? Read Less The recent train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio has sparked some major environmental concerns in the United States. The train carried hazardous chemicals such as ethylene glycol, a flammable substance, and vinyl chloride, a colorless gas causing major health concerns. This unfortunate derailment has become a larger scale issue as time progresses, as the soil, air, and water sources are being contaminated and becoming unsafe. For instance, the Ohio River was one of many water supplies that was contaminated with Butyl acetate, a colorless liquid that has been worrying many residents. Though the contamination is being closely monitored, there is a concern for the spread of contamination in our water supply as the river expands to a greater portion of western states. We are still understanding the immediate consequences of the chemical spill, but what does this mean for the Ohio residents who are becoming ill? With the uprising of Enviornmental concerns, how does this effect or economy as a whole? Source: https://www.statnews.com/2023/02/21/east-palestine-train- chemicals/?utm campaignerss _ What is the thesis of your Response? Summarize your perspective 0 / 255 A Include a summary of your Response to make your perspective clear. Defend your Response * BU I E E > fx Make the case for your perspective! Why do you believe the argument you are making in your response is correct or valid? What data or examples can you include to support