Summary
In Ohio, anger and anxiety are running high nearly two weeks after a train derailment and major chemical spill. Residents there are growing increasingly frustrated saying they aren't getting answers about their risk of toxic exposure. To help understand the potential risks for residents, Geoff Bennett spoke with Peter Decarlo of Johns Hopkins University. For a transcript of this story, click here . News wrap alternative : Check out the latest segments from the NewsHour, and choose the story you’re most interested in watching! You can make a Google doc copy of our Five Facts and discussion questions that work for any of the stories here.Five Facts
- What are some of the concerns of residents of East Palestine, Ohio?
- How have state authorities addressed resident concerns?
- When did the state say the air and water in East Palestine were safe again?
- Who is the expert interviewed for this story, and what is his background?
- Why should residents not "feel comfortable" moving back to East Palestine, according to Dr. Peter DeCarlo?
Focus Questions
Why do you think there is disagreement between the doctor interviewed in this story and public health authorities from the Environmental Protection Agency about whether or not it is safe for East Palestine residents to return home? Media literacy : Earlier this week, NewsHour interviewed the governor of Ohio about the spill and the threat it represents. What different kinds of information can viewers get from an interview with the governor about the accident and an interview with a doctor? See, Think, Wonder: What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What story would you want to find out more about? Where would you go to learn more?For More
What students can do : Compare — watch the video of NewsHour's interview with Ohio governor Mike DeWine and note any differences in health claims between DeWine and Dr. DeCarlo from today's video. What are similarities? Who do you think is in a better position to know, and why?STUDENT VIDEO OF THE DAY
"Mother has Moment of Truth that leads to her rejecting conspiracy theories she believed" via Student Reporting Labs
Note: While concerns about the spill in East Palestine, Ohio are legitimate, there have also been a number of conspiracy theories that have emerged about the accident. This video from Student Reporting Labs is part of its Moments of Truth series, which captures intergenerational conversations about conspiracy theories and misinformation.Fill out this form to share your thoughts on Classroom’s resources. Sign up for NewsHour Classroom’s ready-to-go Daily News Lessons delivered to your inbox each morning.
