Hazardous Waste Controversy in Willow Springs (1980)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, Willow Springs, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1980-08-22
Duration: 00:09:00
Subjects: Environment | HAZARDOUS WASTES | BFI Waste Systems | Water pollution | Pollution | WATER SUPPLY
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Blome, Ron Host
- Atcheson, George Interviewee
- Atcheson, Karen Interviewee
- Dunnehoo, Elmer Interviewee
- Knapp, Leonard Interviewee
Description
This segment from the August 22, 1980, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features an in-depth report on the controversy in Lake Charles over a hazardous waste well run by BFI Waste Systems in nearby Willow Springs. The residents in Willow Springs believe the well is contaminating their water supply. Host: Beth George Host: Ron Blome