Storm Increases Coal Ash Threat
A record February 2018 storm in east-central Illinois scoured the banks of Illinois’ National Scenic River next to Dynegy’s coal ash pits, elevating concerns over stability.
A record February 2018 storm in east-central Illinois scoured the banks of Illinois’ National Scenic River next to Dynegy’s coal ash pits, elevating concerns over stability.
The Frequently Asked Questions documents problems associated with permanently storing toxic coal ash in the floodplain of Illinois’ National Scenic River.
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The success of the campaign require Dynegy to move its coal ash out of the floodplain will depend on the number of businesses, faith leaders, elected officials, service groups, and residents who take action. Click for essential tools that will help build support through awareness and education; media; and advocacy.
Dynegy’s proposed closure plan for its three toxic coal ash pits along the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River is to cap them and leave them in place in the floodplain.
If just 1% of Dynegy’s coal ash entered the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River, it would be comparable to the Duke Energy’s 2014 Dan River spill that sent coal ash 70 miles downstream. Don’t wait for another disaster to happen! Get involved.
Protect the Middle Fork! Over 3.3 million cubic yards of toxic coal ash have been dumped in the floodplain of this National Scenic River.