Media Advisory
Senator Santarsiero Contact: Amy Masgay
(267) 243-7694 / Amy.Masgay@pasenate.com
Elected Officials Call for State Action to Protect Residents from Asbestos Exposure
EAST ROCKHILL TOWNSHIP – State and Federal elected officials are holding a press conference to call for state action to prevent mining operations and other activities at Rockhill Quarry where naturally occurring asbestos has been discovered. Health officials have reported that in general even naturally occurring asbestos can pose health risks when it becomes airborne or is exposed to water.
WHO:
State Senator Steve Santarsiero
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick
Katie Zackon, Rockhill Environmental Preservation Alliance
WHEN:
Friday, February 21, from 11:00 am to 11:30 am
WHERE:
Rockhill Quarry, 2055 North Rockhill Road, Sellersville, PA 18960