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demand community safety.

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1. Hold people accountable for endangering our communities.

Please contact your local, regional, state, and federal authorities via email, US mail, or phone. Voice your concerns and encourage them to ACT!

Concerns to Share

  • Over 500 fuel tanks, holding more than 300 million gallons of volatile explosives – more than 90% of Oregon's liquid fuel, clustered along 6 miles in Linnton, a Portland neighborhood

  • Next to the Willamette River on unstable, in-fill soil

  • Emitting toxic fumes from tanks, trains, and trucks into our air

  • On a fault line and subject to the Cascadia Earthquake

  • Predicted by scientists to collapse, ignite, and explode during an earthquake or other event

  • The tank locations should be diversified, in safer areas

Sample Message:

I am deeply concerned that more than 90% of Oregon’s fuel sits on liquefiable soil on the banks of the Willamette River, clustered on a 6-mile stretch of land. When an earthquake or other disaster occurs, that fuel will very likely ignite. Fire will destroy areas in North and Northwest Portland. Fuel will spill into the river and spread destruction all the way to the Pacific Ocean. The damage to people, wildlife, and commerce will be like nothing this country has ever seen.

The tanks are not safe in their current location. The seismic clock is ticking. Please enact a plan to keep us safe.

Sincerely,

(Your name and contact information) 

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2. attend local events

Attending community events offers opportunities to engage with a community passionate about environmental safety, empowering individuals to take meaningful action against the risks posed by fossil fuel storage.

Through workshops, rallies, and awareness campaigns, participants can contribute to the collective effort to safeguard communities and advocate for accountability from relevant authorities.

Ongoing Free
Rumble On The River
Community Forum

Next one September 25th: What Can We Do About The CEI Hub?

Rumble On The River meetings are free community forums throughout Portland neighborhoods and showcase expert speakers on important CEI Hub-related issues.
5:00 PM Brass Band performance
5:30 PM Rumble Co-Sponsor Tabling & 25th Rumble Celebration 
6:30 PM Rumble Community Forum 
1241 Lloyd Center

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3. Spread the Word

Talking about Tank the Tanks on social media and in your community amplifies awareness about critical safety concerns surrounding fossil fuel storage. Urge followers to join the movement and demand action from government bodies. By sharing updates, testimony, and educational resources, individuals can mobilize a broader audience to prioritize community safety and environmental protection.

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4. volunteer with us

We welcome all kinds of skill levels and civic engagement experience. What can you help us do?

  • Are you a writer who could help uplift this issue? Email us!

  • Do you have experience in running social media campaigns? Email us!

  • Do you have experience in producing videos? Email us!

  • Do you have experience writing grants? Email us!

  • We are always looking for young people to intern, using creative skills. We can offer college credit where applicable. Email us!

5. Join Linnton & allies speak out

Join Linnton residents and Portland allies who are concerned about CEI Hub public safety and health issues by sending an email once a month on a current topic to those with the power to act.

6. support our allies

Together, through collaboration, activism, and education, these allies strive to protect vulnerable communities and safeguard the environment from the threats of hazardous fuel storage. All are welcome, reach out!

7. Go on a self-guided tour

  • Linnton

    TOUR 2 Linnton and CEl Hub

    A Walking Tour

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  • Zenith

    TOUR 1: Zenith Energy in CEl Hub 5501 NW Front Ave

    A Mostly Driving Tour With Some Walking

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  • Eastside

    TOUR 3 Willamette River East Side (North Portland)

    A Driving and Walking Tour

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8. Make a donation

Your donation to Tank the Tanks directly supports our mission to protect communities and the environment from the imminent threats posed by unsafe fossil fuel infrastructure. With your contribution, we can continue advocating for safety measures, raising awareness, and mobilizing action to ensure a safer, healthier future for all. Every donation makes a meaningful difference in our collective efforts to safeguard lives and the planet.

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