Who:: No specific person or people; the story was about a chemical spill
What:: A chemical called cumene spilled into the Ohio river. Cumene is also called isopropyl benzene. If it is breathed in by someone, it can cause headaches, dizziness, and irratation to the eyes, nose, and throat. It also can harm animals who are directly exposed to the chemical. However, this chemical spill should not risk human health of those living around the area.
When:: February 28th, 2007
Where:: Spilled into the Ohio River (between Illinois and Kentucky)
Why:: A barge had hit the lock wall, causing the chemical to spill into the river.
My Opinion:: I am just glad that the spill isn't deadly or it isn't harming the health of humans, even though the chemical itself is toxic. I am not sure if this accident could have been prevented; if it had been controllable, then there should have been someone there watching to make sure nothing like this would happen. On the other hand, if it was something that couldn't have been prevented, then nobody can get blamed for the spill.
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