Fracking in Ohio’s National Forest | Columbus News

The feds are poised to auction off 2,840 acres of Wayne National Forest for oil and gas leases—setting the stage for fracking in Ohio’s only national forest. This move, scheduled for September 15, follows a new environmental assessment and comes after a 2020 court block over ignored health and environmental risks. While proponents tout economic gains for the Shale Crescent region, critics warn it could undo 30 years of carbon sequestration—and recall a deadly August incident where two workers died drilling in the same area. Public comment closes August 17—your voice matters now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0ceec6ce88e1b724