Authorities also purposefully burned chemicals left in derailed cars over concerns of a possible explosion.
Ohio residents and workers who live near the train that spilled toxic chemicals earlier this month are getting diagnosed with conditions that health professionals suspect may be linked to the chemical exposure, NBC News reported.
The Norfolk Southern train derailed on February 5 and had about 150 cars, of which 20 were carrying hazardous materials, Insider previously reported. The crash resulted in a fire that burned chemicals in derailed train cars. However, authorities also purposefully burned chemicals over concerns of a possible explosion.
While authorities, including the Environmental Protection Agency and Gov. Mike DeWine, have reassured residents that the air is safe to breathe and the water is safe drink, residents are still worried about their health and safety, Insider reported.
NBC News reported that just two days after the train derailed, resident Melissa Blake, who lives within a mile of the site, began struggling to breathe and coughing up gray mucus.
