Despite community backlash and protests from the anti-fracking groups, the Oil and Gas Land Management Commission approved a nomination for hundreds of acres in Salt Fork State Park, northeast of Cambridge.
The Ohio Oil and Gas Land Management Commission has approved fracking operations in Salt Fork State Park, Ohio's largest state park, despite significant opposition from local residents and environmental groups. The decision allows for drilling in the park, which spans over 17,000 acres, with the state set to receive a 12.5% royalty on any extracted resources. Protests have been ongoing, with concerns focusing on the potential environmental damage, including water contamination and disruption to local wildlife. Critics argue that the decision prioritizes short-term economic gains over long-term ecological health, while supporters, including some local officials, believe it will provide economic benefits to the region. The approval has sparked a broader debate about the balance between economic development and environmental conservation in Ohio.
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