Fracking has become a global concern, especially in the Pennsylvania region. Early on, fracking was a saving grace for Pennsylvania as its economy sank during the Great Depression. At that time, it provided an avenue for a rapid revival as it led to mass employment and boosted the nation's economy. 

Years later, Pennsylvanians can't help wondering if this former saving grace has become a growing environmental and health hazard. For the populace close to fracking wells, fracking has become a greater concern.

They are consistently at risk of daily water contamination, the escape of toxic gases into the atmosphere, and water well explosions. Some residents of Pennsylvania have also voiced their challenges in curbing incidences of fire outbreaks and well explosions. This should be considered reason enough for fracking to be stopped in Pennsylvania.

These fracking companies are constantly breaking environmental rules and regulations. Right now, residents are currently crying out for government intervention. We have more cases of death, poisoning, and starvation in these areas of Pennsylvania. Livestock is dying daily, and the populace is faced with fears of being driven away from their properties. 

What use is fracking if Pennsylvanians can no longer live normal lives in the comfort of their homes with their families? Lobbyists should advocate on behalf of us citizens, and lawmakers should intervene in this matter. 

More laws should be put in place to protect the people. As much as economic revival and revenue generation is important, the lives of Pennsylvanians matter more. The government needs to halt these fracking activities and protect the people.