The town of McIntosh, Alabama, resides in the shadow of numerous chemical plants, earning it the nickname “Chemical City.”

• Residents live in fear of toxic emissions and accidental leaks from these plants.

• The chemical manufacturing process utilizes salt domes, raising concerns about potential ground collapse as the salt is extracted.

• The community suffers from high rates of debilitating diseases, and some residents suspect a link to chemical exposure.

• There is limited access to healthcare facilities and a lack of alternative economic opportunities for the town.

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