After dangerous levels of PCBs were discovered from west Anniston and further into the county in the late 1990s, a cleanup plan was put into action. The most concerning concentrations of PCBs — that which was found in soil in residential areas — were taken care of by 2004 through emergency cleanup actions.
The rest continues to be a work in progress, with Snow Creek slated for cleanup as soon as next year. Choccolocco Creek needs attention next, but it’s still early: An EPA public hearing where area residents and other concerned individuals can voice their concerns on the issue will be held at Oxford Civic Center Tuesday at 6 p.m.
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