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Union Pacific Houston Cancer - Is Creosote Still Affecting Houstonians?

Houston's Fifth Ward neighbors have complained for years that the company hasn't done enough to clean the underground plume that was contaminated with rail yard. Recent tests have revealed that contamination is still in the vicinity of residents.

Researchers say it may be linked to the increased cancer rates in the region. Two years after launching an investigation across the state on health and a study by researchers, they found that there were higher than expected rates of lymphoblastic childhood and adult pelvis and kidney cancers in areas around the Union Pacific site.

Creosote

Creosote, a common chemical, is employed in the treatment of wood. It is also a poisonous substance and can cause cancers in those exposed to it.

It is a dense oily substance that's black or amber in appearance and has a smokey odor and a burnt flavor. It is a distillation of coal product that has been used for more than 150 years as a wood preserver.

It is used in the United States to treat railroad tiesand other types of woods, including fence posts, utility poles, and marine pilings. It can also be used to safeguard log homes and other structures from insects and rot infestation.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declares that creosote may be an extremely hazardous chemical. When exposed to creosote, even for short periods can result in skin and eye irritation as well as chemical burns stomach pains, burning of the mouth or throat as well as liver or kidney problems and even permanent damage.

Long-term exposure can cause skin and scrotum cancer. Workers who come into direct contact with it during wood treatment or other manufacturing processes are at risk.

According to the EPA the EPA, it is a known human cancer-causing agent. It has been linked with a variety of different cancer types including esophageal and lung cancer.

Houston's Fifth Ward residents have been exposed for decades to creosote thanks to a former railroad yard near their homes. They claim that the chemical has affected their homes, soil, and continues to spread underground.

Harris County and Houston have joined forces to fight Union Pacific in federal court. They demand that the company test frequently for contamination and take measures to prevent the spread of the disease.

A group of Fifth Ward neighbors filed a lawsuit against Union Pacific in October of 2017. They claim that creosote contaminated their soil, causing significant health issues from the former rail yard.

They are seeking compensation from the railroad in order to cover the costs of cleanup and other related costs. They claim they've been affected by environmental racism discrimination, sexism, and other types of pollution that has affected their families as well as them.

Dioxin

Dioxins are a class of chemicals that don't break down in environment in a timely manner and can stay in the air, in the soil or sediment for a long period. Railroad Workers are found in many places, including natural disasters and industrial accidents, cigarette smoke, and incineration or hazardous waste.

The health effects of dioxin are unclear at low levels, but there is evidence to suggest that they may cause cancer as well as other serious illnesses. Dioxin levels that are higher are linked to a higher risk for heart disease, organ cancers immune disorders, and endocrine disorders, including hormonal imbalances. Railroad Injury Settlement Amounts can also trigger problems with hormones, immune suppression as well as diabetes, menstrual problems and weight loss.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency the most frequent way people are exposed to dioxin is through drinking water or food. They are not volatile or water-soluble, therefore they are more easily taken in by the body through the intake of meat, dairy products fish, and other seafood.

It is nevertheless important to keep in mind that the amount of exposure that has a harmful effect on your health will depend on various factors, including the amount of food you consume or drink, the frequency you consume alcohol or food, and how much air you breathe. It is also important to consider your gender, age as well as your diet, nutritional status and family traits, as well as other health factors that could influence whether you will be affected by dioxins or not.

In addition, the type of contaminant is also an important aspect. The EPA states that certain toxins are more likely to have a negative effect on the human body than others. Polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs are more likely than creosote to cause harm to your health.

PCBs can cause damage to eyes as well as the liver, kidneys and kidneys. They can also damage the immune system and cause issues with the growth of healthy bones, teeth and bones.

Houston's Fifth Ward and Kashmere Garden neighbors have complained for years about a cluster cancer deaths linked to the Union Pacific rail yard. The yard is next to their homes. The announcement on Friday by the city's health department stated that it discovered cancer-causing chemicals in samples of the rail yard. The release stated that the results were "not encouraging." FOX 26's Mayor Sylvester Turner stated that he intends to sue Union Pacific over the matter and that a plan proposed by Texas environmental regulators won't be sufficient.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)


PCBs, also referred to as polychlorinated biphenyls, are toxic chemicals that have been used for over 60 years in industrial and consumer products. They were banned in 1979 after being found to cause cancer, suppress the immune system, and impair learning.

PCBs can be harmful to soil and water as well as air in many parts of the world once they are released into the environment. They bind strongly to organic matter and tend to be persistent that means they are simple to transport and accumulate in the environment.

Therefore, PCBs are a major concern for the protection of public health and the environment. The EPA is adamant that they are a human carcinogen and has proved that they can cause cancer in laboratory animals.

Some studies also link PCBs to birth defects in children. This is particularly true for children exposed to PCBs in the womb.

The primary route for exposure to PCBs is through food. Since Railroad Injury Settlement Amounts are the most abundant in PCBs fish is the most significant source of exposure. However, PCBs can also found in dairy products, beef, and other agricultural products.

Showering or drinking PCB-contaminated water is another way to be exposed. This could be the result of leaks or spills from electrical and other equipment.

People may also be exposed to PCBs through breathing in air or coming into contact with skin. These chemicals can trigger a condition called chloracne, which is a small, pale, yellow skin lesions that can last from a few weeks to a few years.

The effects of PCBs upon the human body are not fully comprehended. Some researchers have suggested they may cause liver and the biliary tract cancers in humans, however more studies are needed to understand how this impacts us.

EPA has also been examining whether these chemicals may cause birth defects in newborns, such as less weight at birth. A low birth weight has been linked to Type II diabetes, insulin resistance and high blood pressure and later-life cardiovascular diseases. In two studies, children born with higher levels of PCBs in their cord blood had lower body weight at birth, and/or later in childhood.

Lead

Lead is a poisonous metal and can be found in a wide range of products, including paints, pipes and food cans. It is absorbed into the body through two major routes: oral and respiratory.

It is a potent antioxidant that can react with other chemicals present in the environment. This can lead to it accumulating in the body and can cause serious health issues like cancer, among other diseases.

Houston residents who live near the Union Pacific Railroad's creosote facility are at a high risk of cancer. The city has asked for the federal government's assistance in the cleanup of the railroad's contaminated site.

Union Pacific Railroad has a history in which it has contaminated its Fifth Ward rail yard and Kashmere Garden neighborhood with chemicals that could cause cancer. The company has been trying to eliminate the mess, but a plan submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality isn't enough residents believe.

The groundwater plume that runs beneath the homes in the affected area is among the most serious effects of the contamination. A recent study by the health department has revealed that the amount of creosote that is present in soil samples around the rail yard is much higher than the levels recommended for drinking water.

Another issue is the slow escape of creosote to the atmosphere. It causes residents to breathe dangerous levels of vapors, which can be fatal for children as well as adults.

It is possible that the vapors cause cancer among those who inhale them. To learn more about the effect of the vapors on the lives of residents the neighborhood, a door-to-door survey being done in the neighborhood.

This is a major issue for the Fifth Ward and Kashmere Garden communities. This is a tragic situation that must be addressed as soon as possible.

A recent study by the Department of State Health Services discovered that children who lived in the Fifth Ward and Kashmere Garden communities contracted a type leukemia at five times higher rate than the average. The study also revealed that adult cancers were more common in the neighborhood than they were elsewhere in Texas.

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