High levels of benzene found at Bridgeton Landfill

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

BRIDGETON, Mo. -- The recent detection of a cancer-causing chemical at the smoldering Bridgeton Landfill has prompted Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster to seek a preliminary injunction ordering the landfill's owner to boost its oversight while also paying the state more money to monitor the site.

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