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May 2, 2016

DEIS released on coal-export terminal

SEATTLE (AP) — State and local regulators say a coal-export terminal proposed along the Columbia River in southwest Washington could have some unavoidable significant impacts on greenhouse gases emissions, vessel traffic and rail safety.

A draft environmental review released Friday says carbon emissions would increase by 2.5 million metric tons a year when the proposed facility near Longview is fully operating. Other concerns include increased vessel traffic and the potential for train accidents as up to 16 train trips are added each day.


 
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