WichitaBeacon.org
Residents near a contaminated groundwater site in north Wichita have filed a class-action lawsuit against Union Pacific, alleging exposure to toxic materials. The lawsuit accuses Union Pacific of negligence in preventing groundwater contamination, contaminating private properties, trespassing contaminants onto neighboring properties, and violating state pollution laws.
The contamination, traced back to the 70s or 80s, concerns about cancer clusters in the affected area raised in 2022. The lawsuit covers nearly 3,000 homes. Union Pacific claims compliance with regulations and prioritizing community health.