Thursday, June 23, 2011

The Dangers of Quarry Blasting, Part 2

More evidence that you don't have to live right next door to be in harm's way when the quarry blasting begins. Full story here: http://www.wsmv.com/story/14954001/copy-rock-quarry-blasting-an-issue-in-cookeville

Rock Quarry Blasting an Issue in Cookeville
Associated Press

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Cookeville city attorney says there's little the city can do to halt or restrain blasting from a rock quarry.
Dan Rader, however, said he believes residents complaining about the work could win relief from a judge.
In April, a couple said an 80-pound rock from the quarry plunged through their roof. According to the Cookeville Herald-Citizen, a dresser was destroyed and insulation and electrical wires disturbed.
Rader told the City Council that he hopes the state will intervene so a private lawsuit is not needed.

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