The Oregonian just posted an interesting story about Precision Castparts release of toxic chemicals into the air from earlier this year on May 11. A combination of errors lead to the problems. Air currents at the time pointed toward Eastmoreland from the factory (according to KGW-TV). However, the telephone warning system for those living downwind failed.
More detail in the article (from Oregonlive.com, Aug 6, 2011):
After a night of tension, confusion and a toxic cloud, Precision Castparts in Oregon says it will make changes to prevent a repeat
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