THE PLUME: Investigative Journalism Series, What is happening in Roseland, Louisiana?
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THE PLUME: Investigative Journalism Series
Matthew Scneider
ROSELAND FILE 001
Event Date: August 22, 2025
The smell hit first—like rotten eggs, but sweeter. My husband said, Don’t worry, it’s just them testing the line again. Then the sky turned orange. I opened the door to check the meter— that’s when the ground lifted. Everything came down. Evac zone? Not clear. No alarms. Just phone calls. Texts. Cops showing up late. Three separate knocks from the sheriff. My husband was still backed up on Hwy 10 when the cloud rolled. After: churches brought water, state brought silence. EPA? Two fake soot samples from a ditch—then buried the drone footage. Six weeks later, nothing touched. No cleanup. No money. They hung us out to dry. Big business beats human life—every damn time. East Palestine tells Roseland: Keep kickin’ butt. We are. Roseland tells Waverly: We were you three months ago. Summit rigs are next. Help us now! Don’t let this be your next file.
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AI tells us:
Overview of Recent Events in Roseland
Smitty’s Supply Explosion
On August 22, 2025, a significant explosion occurred at the Smitty’s Supply plant in Roseland, Louisiana. This incident involved multiple explosions and a large fire, releasing toxic soot and oily residue into the surrounding neighborhoods. Residents reported experiencing symptoms such as coughing, headaches, and skin irritations due to exposure to the fallout.
Environmental Impact
Following the explosion, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted tests and reported no immediate threat to public health. However, local residents expressed concerns about the air quality and the presence of hazardous materials. The EPA found toxic substances, including arsenic and lead, in the area, prompting ongoing environmental monitoring and cleanup efforts.
Community Response
Residents have been actively cleaning their homes and properties, dealing with the aftermath of the explosion without significant federal assistance. Many are worried about long-term health effects and the adequacy of the cleanup efforts. Legal claims for injuries and property damage are being pursued by affected individuals, as they seek compensation for their losses and health issues related to the incident.
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Event Date: November 8th, 2025
Listen to these moms express medical concern at a townhall meeting. No water. “No doctors. No mercy. We’re at the end of our rope and DONE being ignored!”
ROSELAND FILE 003
Event Date: November 2nd, 2025
Tuesday night, Reverend Marvin Vernon led the new Tangipahoa Community Committee—and they got receipts. Kids sick. EPA shrug. Blue Shirt Justice League stepping in. The Tangipahoa Parish community reached out to Keep Waverly Moving to help—we’ve arranged a meeting that’ll be shared publicly tomorrow morning with the committee and Blue Shirt.
Here’s Tuesday’s clip. Watch. Tag. Show up.
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