SC Paper Mill Now Facing Third Lawsuit Over Unhealthy Emissions

The New-Indy Containerboard paper mill in Catawba, South Carolina.

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A South Carolina paper mill is now facing a third federal lawsuit from neighbors. The suit filed Tuesday says the plant's emissions are causing pollution and making them sick.

Like the two previous suits, this one also was filed at federal court in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and seeks class-action status and at least $5 million in damages from the company, New-Indy Containerboard. It also wants the plant shut down until the problem is fixed.

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Source: WFAE

 

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