Public meeting approved to discuss health concerns caused by xAI facility
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Those who have thoughts regarding Elon Musk's xAI supercomputer will have a chance to share them formally.
During the Shelby County Commission meeting on Wednesday, commissioners voted to approve a resolution that would urge the county health department to hold a public meeting. This comes as a permit was just filed that would bring 15 methane gas turbines to South Memphis.
New xAI data center generates concern over environmental impact
Commissioners heard from the health department's director Dr. Michelle Taylor who shared pollution data for the area.
The resolution would allow members of the public to question the health department before the permit is either approved or denied.
Commissioners also heard from those who live in the area, even a local councilwoman, who say the turbines would bring in even more pollution to their air.
'The scent that's coming is absolutely horrendous. I am now back in an asthma state having to have an inhaler again,' said Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton.
No date was formally set for the hearing, however, commissioners said they'd like to have it scheduled within the next three to four months.
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