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New: For more than a century, factories spewed toxic dust across the city, contaminating the soil and causing lead poisoning. We talked to experts about how to stay safe from lead exposure. propub.li/4mtiDLu
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Analysis Summary
ProPublica and Flatwater Free Press report that factories in Omaha have contaminated soil with lead across the east side for over 100 years, poisoning residents and especially children. The EPA began reviewing whether its current cleanup plan protects kids adequately after acknowledging in 2019 it may not, and the outlets tested soil from over 600 yards to assess ongoing risk. Residents in affected neighborhoods often don't know about the Superfund site hazard — the article provides practical guidance on testing for lead, accessing the city's Lead Registry, and understanding exposure risks for children whose developing bodies absorb more lead than adults.
Claims Analysis (3)
“For more than a century, factories spewed toxic dust across the city, contaminating the soil and causing lead poisoning”
Corroborated by ProPublica's own reporting and linked article. Omaha Superfund site designated 2003 due to documented lead contamination from smelter and factories.
“The EPA acknowledged in 2019 that its cleanup plan may not do enough to protect kids”
Stated in linked article. EPA began reexamining site boundaries in 2019 to potentially expand residential remediation scope.
“ProPublica and Flatwater Free Press collected soil samples from more than 600 yards in the affected area”
Directly stated in linked article as part of joint reporting project on cleanup effectiveness.
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