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Residents Say Quarry Blasts Shook Homes; Council Promises Follow-up
Summary
Residents told the Charleston Town Council that blasting at a local gravel pit shook houses, raised dust and may have caused property damage; council members said they will request records and follow up with operators and county/state authorities.
Residents told the Charleston Town Council on June 5 that blasting at the nearby gravel pit shook homes, sent dust across neighborhoods and may have damaged foundations.
At a public-comment period, resident Scott Keller described a mid‑day blast that “shook my house” and sent a roll of dust east across the pit. Multiple commenters said they received neighborhood text alerts about planned blasts and that the pit is a major town revenue source, while also expressing concern about water loss and potential foundation…
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