Texas Locals Slam Marathon Digital with Lawsuit Over Noise Pollution

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Residents of Granbury, Texas, have filed a lawsuit against Marathon Digital, accusing the Bitcoin mining company of generating noise at its local facility.

The legal action, submitted to a Hood County court on October 4, has over two dozen residents claiming that the noise levels from the site have caused significant disturbances and discomfort.

According to the complaint, the noise emanating from Marathon’s Bitcoin mining facility has created a persistent “nuisance,” leading to severe discomfort among those living nearby.

The lawsuit highlights that some residents have endured a range of physical and psychological effects, including headaches, fatigue, hearing loss, migraines, and tinnitus, due to the continuous noise and vibrations from the mining operation.

Additionally, the residents allege that pre-existing health conditions, like high blood pressure, have worsened due to the constant disturbance.

The legal document emphasizes that the noise pollution is so pervasive that residents can hear and feel the vibrations inside their homes, interfering with their daily lives and enjoyment of their properties.

Alongside the noise issues, the residents claim that the operation’s significant energy consumption has led to increased electricity bills and a decline in property values in the area.

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