The following numbers are based on a score of 1 to The national average is But this was a pretty eye-opening list, considering that in a lot of the Indianapolis area, the water quality is just about as bad as you can get, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Toggle navigation Road Snacks. This article is an opinion based on facts and is meant as infotainment. Live Preview. Older ». Have a question? Ask Fluther! What do you know more about?
You've got knowledge matches! Already a member? Join for Free! Username Password Forgot info? Not a member? Join for FREE! Related Browse. Are the trains transporting oil etc. At million pounds, that is more than any neighboring Midwest states. Alaska topped the list, emitting million pounds, followed by Nevada, Utah, Texas and Louisiana. New Hampshire released the fewest toxins, only , pounds.
Three other Indiana counties find themselves on the list, including Lake County — home of Gary — in the top 10, as well as Spencer and Posey counties. Houston came in second with 6. Indiana's capital also beat out Chicago, Detroit and Louisville, Ky. With its history in manufacturing and known for its coal power plants, steel mills and auto factories, Indianapolis has long been cited for its poor air quality.
More specifically, nearly 13 pounds of chemicals were released per person — more than triple the average — and roughly 30, pounds per square mile. Gary — ranked 13th nationally — has the most releases in the state: This includes companies such as U.
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