In southwestern Pennsylvania, Janice Blanock passionately urged local lawmakers to consider stricter zoning regulations to protect residents from potential health dangers associated with oil and gas drilling. Her call to action came following her son's battle and eventual death from Ewing's sarcoma, a rare cancer possibly linked to pollutants from drilling. The proposed rule seeks to establish a 2,500-foot buffer between drilling sites and populated areas, a substantial increase from current regulations. Advocacy for this change appears especially relevant in light of clusters of cancer cases emerging in nearby communities.
The proposed rule mandating a setback of 2,500 feet—five times the distance of the current law—was rooted in concerns about health risks linked to natural gas drilling.
Her son Luke's struggle with Ewing's sarcoma and his untimely death amplify the urgent need for improved zoning regulations in areas affected by oil and gas operations.
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