The Facts About Coal

Coal trains release massive amounts of toxic coal dust, even when preventive measures are taken. If trains are restored to the North Coast rail line, it is a certainty that we will see regular spills, derailments, fires and collisions.

The only possible way to make the North Coast rail line financially viable is through very high-volume freight shipments. Coal is the only commodity that meets that requirement. The rail line could carry other commodities as well, but it would definitely carry coal.