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"Indiana Releases Draft on Lake Polluting" October 18, 2007 According to federal regulators and environmental lawyers, Indiana is looking to relax or even omit the limits they currently have on what is dumped into Lake Michigan. This means that the U.S. Steel Corp will be able to dump toxic waste including heavy metals and benzene into the water. Public Voices Concern The changes are detailed in a 117-page document written by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Also detailed in the document are the changes which allowed the BP refinery to significantly increase pollution that is discharged into the lake, which provoked a great deal of concern amongst the public. Pollution of Lake Michigan Lake Michigan reportedly already sees its share of toxic chemicals since Gary Works, the company known to pollute the waters most, allegedly dumped more than 1.7 million pounds of toxic chemicals in 2005. Experts are criticizing the document saying that Indiana regulators failed to include any limits on how much toxic waste could be dumped into the lake by the U.S. Steel Corp and other corporations. They believe it's negligence such as this that has caused Lake Michigan to become one of the most contaminated sites among the Great Lakes. Company Discharges Benzene The U.S. Steel Company has been known to discharge harmful carcinogens like benzene along with lead, oil, grease and fluoride. However, the draft doesn't limit how much of these chemicals can be dumped into the lake. (Source: Chicago Tribune online) Do you fear that you are being exposed to benzene? Contact us today to speak with an experienced attorney who will determine if you are eligible to take legal action. To learn more about benzene exposure and benzene laws, contact a Benzene Attorney. |