Norfolk Southern Train Derailment in Pennsylvania and CEO Pay Rise Controversy

Published: 02 March 2024 at 16:32

A Norfolk Southern freight train derails in Pennsylvania with no injuries reported, weeks after CEO Alan H. Shaw received a 37% pay rise following an environmental disaster in Ohio. The East Palestine incident involved toxic chemicals, causing health complaints and $1.1 billion losses. The company plans an $800 million cleanup and community support. Norfolk Southern faced criticism from a railroad union for Shaw\'s pay rise, while claiming industry-leading safety improvements. President Biden visited the site late, sparking local discontent. Cleanup efforts are underway with no leaks reported.

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