Crude-by-rail shipments in Delaware are likely to increase significantly in the coming weeks and months. This increase is encouraging from an economic and revenues perspective. We must remain committed to addressing many related issues, however. These include: (1) beginning to use safer rails cars; (2) coordinating with first responders so that they can adjust staffing for train activity; (3) fully understanding environmental impacts; and (4) accommodating Delawareans who are frustrated with train shipments that linger alongside neighborhoods or that create additional congestion during rush hour.
Posted on: Fri, 01 Aug 2014 16:54:07 +0000
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