We are a team of researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago, Cleveland State University, and Purdue University conducting a study to understand community members' experiences related to water and home impacts after the East Palestine chemical spill and fires. This research will identify public perceptions about water safety, as well as how the crisis has impacted their homes and environment. We are studying how these experiences have impacted people’s behavior, including the effectiveness of communication from organizations, the level of trust in test results, and where they seek out information.

The research plan has been reviewed by Human Subjects in Research Ethics Boards at the University of Illinois Chicago, Purdue University and Cleveland State University. More information about this study can be found here.