THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO AND THE STATE’S ATTORNEY GENERAL HAVE FILED A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY OVER THE GOLD KING MINE SPILL. A-G HECTOR BALDERAS SAYS THE SUIT IS SEEKING REMEDIATION AND COMPENSATION FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY THE SPILL.
ESTIMATES OF DAMAGE ARE IN EXCESS OF 100-MILLION DOLLARS. THE SPILL LAST SUMMER SENT NEARLY 900-THOUSAND POUNDS OF TOXIC HEAVY METALS DOWN FROM THE GOLD KING MINE IN COLORADO INTO THE ANIMAS RIVER.
