The Bulldogs

On February 3rd, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train derailed in the village of East Palestine, Ohio, leading to the release and burning of 1.1 million pounds of vinyl chloride, a known carcinogen. Thousands of residents were forced to evacuate. In the weeks that followed, the community found itself thrust into a media whirlwind. Overnight, the town faced a maelstrom of uncertainty and controversy, raising questions about safety, corporate responsibility, and the economic future of an already struggling community. The Bulldogs picks up as the news cameras leave, painting a rich and nuanced picture of a tight-knit town in crisis.