Michigan Landfill to Receive Radioactive Waste

A hazardous waste landfill in Wayne County, Michigan, is set to receive radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project site in New York, sparking significant local concern. The waste, consisting of 6,000 cubic yards of soil and concrete and 4,000 gallons of groundwater, will be transported in about 25 semi-trucks per week until January 2025. While the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers assures compliance with all safety and regulatory measures, local residents and officials express fears about health risks and environmental impact. Wayne County Executive Warren Evans and other leaders criticize the lack of transparency and community involvement in the decision. Republic Services, which operates the landfill, maintains that the facility is equipped to handle the waste safely. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has approved the shipment, citing low levels of radioactivity within permitted limits.