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Rockdale County commissioners file suit against BioLab for 'toll' on residents | FOX 5 News

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1 month ago

October 21, 2024

www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2024-10-21 16:27:20

SUMMARY: Three weeks after a chemical fire at a biolab facility in Rockdale County, officials are filing a federal lawsuit against the company, citing negligence for the ongoing physical, mental, and emotional impact on residents. The fire, which occurred on September 29, released harmful chemicals like chlorine into the air and forced evacuations. While shelter-in-place orders have been lifted and in-person schooling has resumed, County Commissioners are seeking comprehensive remediation and fair compensation for damages, as well as advocating for the facility’s shutdown due to safety concerns. Community support for the lawsuit remains strong, with residents calling for transparency from the biolab.

Three weeks after a fire broke out at the Rockdale County BioLab, releasing a massive plume of chemical smoke into the air, the Rockdale County commissioners announced they’re filing a lawsuit against the company and its parent company, Kik Consumer Products.

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