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Multnomah county sues oil companies for $51 bn over 'Heat Dome' disaster

A county in the northwestern state of Oregon on Thursday filed a lawsuit against major fossil fuel companies seeking more than $51 billion over the 2021 "Heat Dome," one of the United States' deadliest weather-related disasters. The county is asking for $50 million in current damages from the Heat Dome, and $1.5 billion for future damages as extreme heat, drought, wildfires, and smoky skies become more common. It also wants a much larger sum—$50 billion—for a longer term "abatement fund" to upgrade and "climatize" the county's infrastructure.



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  • winnie nguru

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    This is in order. I support

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    • Rukia Ahmed Abdi

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      I back this law suit

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      • Komu Daniel

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        I support this law suit ,let accountability prevail

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        • Munene Mugambi

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          A move we hope that will lead to more such moves and favourable rulings for the environment

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          • Ajema Lydiah

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            This is the best punishment,they would atleast reduce fossil fuel production or even end it completely

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            • Joseph Githinji

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              This is a great move by Multimonah County, if this sails through it's going to be a reference point and a great precedence on how to execute matters on climate destructors.

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              • rosebellendiritu

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                @joseph_githinji I agree,it's unfortunate they act only when coaxed

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              • Tabitha Kimani

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                I support this 100%. and many litigations against fossil fuel companies should be expected. ECOCIDE law should be enforced now.

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