Local Voices and Impact

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Air Pollution Impacts Fetal DNA and Genes

Studies have revealed significant public health implications of prenatal exposure to air pollution. Research indicates that such exposure can alter DNA methylation in newborns (Baccarelli et al., 2020). This crucial finding underscores the enduring impacts of environmental factors on epigenetic processes, with the potential to affect health outcomes across generations.

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How Communities Prepare for a Disaster

When nuclear plants shut down but the waste stays behind, what happens to the people who trained for catastrophe?

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Residents Demand Transparency on Nuclear Waste

SOLANA BEACH, CA – The scenic Southern California coastline, with its world-famous beaches and vibrant communities, is home to a pressing environmental and public safety concern: the 3.6 million pounds of nuclear waste stored at the decommissioned San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS).

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Toxic Legacy: Why California's Coastal Communities Demand Nuclear Justice

Coastal communities bear the environmental burden of 3.6 million pounds of nuclear waste.

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LA28 Faces Backlash Over Surfing Venue Near Nuclear Waste Site

The LA28 Organizing Committee’s recent decision to host the 2028 Olympic surfing competition at Lower Trestles, a renowned surf break located next to the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, has sparked intense public concern. Critics say the venue’s proximity to a high-level radioactive waste storage facility raises serious safety and environmental red flags.

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21 Jun

3.6 Mile Wake-Up Call Walk/Run for a Nuclear-Free Coast