Residents file lawsuit challenging noise pollution from Elon Musk's data center

Published by NPR

Residents near Elon Musk's xAI data center outside Memphis have filed a lawsuit over constant noise from about 60 gas turbines, which they say disrupts sleep and causes stress. Experts note that standard decibel measurements miss the low-frequency noise these facilities produce, which can travel far, pass through walls, and harm long-term health. With the campus possibly expanding, similar problems could spread to other communities. Read the article.

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