Ground sinking over barrels of toxic waste

Ecumenical Task Force of the Niagara Frontier Records

Hazardous wastes

Pollutants

Barrels

Sinkholes

A patch of barren, uneven ground with several small pits or depressions partially filled with dark or murky liquid. The soil appears cracked and disturbed, with minimal grass or vegetation along the edges. Some light-colored rocks and organic debris are scattered throughout the area. The overall scene suggests environmental damage or contamination.

State University of New York at Buffalo

University Archives

c. 1978

0.913 x 1.293 inches

Image

Still Image

MS65.T1-24

LIB-UA003

1/28/2009

Love Canal: The Issues and Controversies slide show by Dr. Adeline Levine

Slides