Here is a roundup of news coverage about Chair Jeff Cogen’s announcement that the Health Department will study the effects of coal train export through Multnomah County. Click on the links below to read and watch these stories.
“Coal clash: Multnomah County to examine health hazards from coal dust to diesel,” Scott Learn, The Oregonian
"Taking a hard look at coal - Multnomah County is right to study health hazards," Editorial staff, Eugene Register-Guard
“MultCo. health dept. urged to study coal risks,” Tim Gordon, KGW
“Board of health calls for study on effects of coal transport,” Laura Rillos, KPTV
“Multnomah County Begins Health Study on Coal Export Risks,” Bonnie Stewart, OPB
“Finally, a Health Study on Coal Dust: Multnomah County Steps Up,” Denis C. Theriault, Portland Mercury
“Mult. Co. Chair Jeff Cogen raises the alarm against coal exports, directs Multnomah County health and emergency staff to take action,” Michael O’Leary, BlueOregon
"Multnomah County to study coal train hazard," Jerry Bruce, Examiner.com
“Oregon county to study impact of more coal train traffic in Northwest,” Beth Ward, Platts