Noosa News
US officials charged over contaminated water scandal that left 12 dead
Friday January 15, 2021
Nine US officials — including former Michigan governor Rick Snyder and key members of his administration — have been charged following a new investigation into the Flint water disaster that contaminated the US city with lead and left 12 people dead.
Other lawsuits, including one against the US Environmental Protection Agency, are pending. (Photo: AP/Paul Sancya)
The 12 residents of the predominately African-American community died after city officials implemented a cost-cutting plan in 2014 to switch the water supply to the contaminated Flint River.
-
Noosa News19 hours agoBanana farmers still salvaging fruit four weeks after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
-
Business24 hours agoBattle of the ASX ETFs: Why has VGS outperformed VTS this year?
-
Business23 hours ago5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday 7 April 2025
-
Noosa News20 hours agoMeasles alert: Australia Zoo, Hospital ED, Sushi Hub, Holey Moley Mini Golf and train stations among QLD infection sites