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Marion County and the city of Dunnellon have issued code violation notices to railroad companies over stockpiled creosote-treated railroad ties.

Local officials and residents express concerns that the ties pose a serious environmental and health threat to the community.

Both governments have demanded the immediate removal of the railroad ties, threatening legal action and fines.

CSX Transportation stated it is monitoring the situation and will cooperate with state and local guidelines.

The battle between two local governments and corporate organizations over stored railroad ties has intensified.

The Marion County Commission and the Dunnellon City Council say the railroad ties are a nuisance and pose a serious threat to the environment and community.

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