Norfolk Southern Settles for $310M Over East Palestine Derailment
Norfolk Southern will pay a $15 million fine and over $500 million for safety improvements and community health concerns as part of a federal settlement over last year's derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Residents feel the settlement is insufficient, given the company's profits and the CEO's compensation. The agreement includes funds for cleanup, health exams, and water monitoring, but does not address potential long-term health issues. The settlement precedes the National Transportation Safety Board's report on the derailment's cause, expected in June.
