Fire on the Fore River

The Story and Aftermath of a Toxic Chemical Fire and Narrowly-averted Catastrophic Explosion in Frontline Communities on Feb.16, 2023

Date and Time: Friday, April 28 at 4pm

Location: Boston University, CAS 132, 675 Comm Av

On Thursday, February 16, a chemical fire occurred the Clean Harbors hazardous waste storage facility in Braintree, burning seventy-five 55-gallon barrels of hazardous waste. This event will feature a panel discussion with Elizabeth Maglio, Braintree Town Councilor and Alice Arena, President, Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station, on the aftermath of this fire and the impact it has had on the community. Spread the word on Facebook.