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David Jeffery

Coverage of David Jeffery in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 14 · 07:55 UTCMost recent: Aug 4 · 07:30 UTC
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Ohioplace2Washington Countyplace2injection wellstopic2Marietta Collegeorganization2fracking wastewatertopic1toxic wastetopic1Berea Sandstonetopic1Mariettaplace1Bob Wilsonperson1Bob Laneperson1Bev Reedperson1Buckeye Environmental Networkorganization1brine wastetopic1aquifer contaminationtopic1
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  • SCIENCEAug 4 · 07:30 UTCOHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL
    Ohio should treat the threat of radioactive fracking waste like the emergency that it is

    Radioactive fracking wastewater in Washington County, Ohio, is surfacing near homes, farms, and water sources due to failed injection wells, threatening drinking water and contaminating gas wells. Rising underground pressure indicates the waste is migrating upward, with over 100 gas wells already affected, prompting calls for state emergency action.

  • SCIENCEJul 14 · 07:55 UTCOHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL
    ‘The precipice of an emergency.’ Marietta residents worry drinking water could become contaminated.

    Marietta residents and experts express concerns that brine waste from injection wells in southeastern Ohio may contaminate the city’s drinking water aquifer. Injection wells, which dispose of radioactive waste from oil and gas operations, have shown signs of leakage, prompting fears of long-term environmental and financial consequences.