Los Angeles, CA During a long weekend that marks the unofficial start of Summer, when many American families are traditionally enjoying nature and time with loved ones, Orange and Los Angeles County residents have been forced to face multiple emergencies as an oil leak and a chemical hazard of a 34,000-gallon tank have prompted many in our communities to evacuate and live under a state of emergency.
“The concern for community members is our top priority. Our thoughts are with all those in the affected areas as they rush to protect lives and livelihoods. A change must be made. We cannot continue to allow our lives, our homes, and our communities to be sacrificed to serve polluting and toxic industries’ bottom line. We must move to a clean energy economy that works for everyone and safeguards all our lives.” said Juanita Chavez, Sierra Club Chapter Director.
“These disasters are a result of a continued pattern of placing polluting industries near residential neighborhoods and a failure of properly regulating, monitoring, and cleaning up toxic sites. The consequences will disproportionately impact low income communities of color who are often forced to live closest to these dangers.”
We invite concerned community members to get involved in our efforts to create a safe and thriving community that works better for all of us.