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News Thursday June 16th, 2011, 9:41am

EPA: Pilsen Lead Levels Too High

The EPA issued a preliminary report noting an unlawfully high amount of lead in the air in a 2-mile by 2-mile area in the city surrounding the Pilsen neighborhood. If the report is confirmed and made official, the state must have a plan in place by 2013 to reduce lead pollution. Advocates for years have tried to get rid of the coal-fired Fisk power plant located in Pilsen, citing health concerns.

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  • Pilsen

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