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Aliso Canyon Survivors, Advocates to Host Town Hall Marking 10 Years Since Gas Blowout

NORTHRIDGE, CA — On Sunday, October 26 at 3 p.m., survivors of the Aliso Canyon gas blowout, along with community advocates, will host a Town Hall at The Vineyard at Porter Ranch to mark the ten-year anniversary of the nation’s largest methane disaster.

Researchers from UCLA will present findings from a new study linking the 2015 blowout to lasting health effects — including a nearly 50% increase in low birth weights among babies born to women pregnant during the disaster. Residents will also introduce a new tool for tracking and monitoring future leaks.

WHO: Survivors of the Aliso Canyon gas blowout, Save Porter Ranch, Aliso Moms Alliance, UCLA researchers
WHAT: 10-Year Anniversary Town Hall & Health Study Presentation
WHERE: Vineyard at Porter Ranch, 20065 Rinaldi St., Northridge, CA 91326
WHEN: Sunday, October 26, 3 p.m.

Media: Reporters are encouraged to attend; survivors and advocates will be available for interviews.