Chlorine Trains Pose An Even Deadlier Threat Than Oil Trains

Chlorine Trains Reportedly Pose An Even Deadlier Threat Than Oil Trains
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Much has been said about the dangers of oil trains following several high-profile accidents, including a fiery 2013 crash in Quebec that killed 50 people. Now a report from Greenpeace points to another potential hazard that could be even deadlier: chlorine trains.

 

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