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Wayne National Forest
Coverage of Wayne National Forest in the Nexus archive.
Bureau of Land Managementorganization1Monroe Countyplace1Washington Countyplace1FracTracker Allianceorganization1Ohio Environmental Councilorganization1Nathan Johnsonperson1Tristan Raderperson1frackingtopic1U.S. Bureau of Land Managementorganization1Ohioplace1Center for Biological Diversityorganization1Ohio Oil and Gas Associationorganization1hydraulic fracturingtopic1Indiana battopic1
- Federal government will put 2,840 acres of Ohio’s only national forest out to bid for fracking
The federal government will auction 2,840 acres in Ohio’s Wayne National Forest for fracking on September 15. The Bureau of Land Management announced 41 parcels in Monroe and Washington counties will be leased, sparking concerns over environmental and health impacts from residents and environmental groups.
- Feds advance plan to open 2,800 acres of Ohio’s Wayne National Forest to fracking
Federal authorities plan to auction 2,840 acres of Ohio's Wayne National Forest for oil and gas development, with a lease sale scheduled for September 15. Environmental groups oppose the move, citing threats to wildlife like the Indiana bat, while industry representatives highlight safety and environmental stewardship.