EPA commits millions to radioactive waste cleanup effort
The EPA authorized at least $4 million for the assessment and mitigation of radioactive waste at over 1,000 properties. Crews are currently preparing for cleanup efforts. Some families relocated by the government have stated they will not return to their homes regardless of the cleanup cost.
At least $4 million has been authorized as crews assess more than 1,000 properties and prepare for mitigating contaminated properties. Regardless of the cost, four familes the government relocated told News 4 Investigates they will never go back to their homes.
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