The #Ohio train #derailment underscores the dangers of the plastics boom
"Despite the combustibility of vinyl chloride, industry lobbyists have successfully limited many trains carrying the chemical from the most stringent federal regulations.
The industry group American Association of Railroads, of which Norfolk Southern is a member, has also fought stricter safety standards including an updated braking system."
The Ohio train derailment underscores the dangers of the plastics boom