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Uncovered | Uproars over data centers, Flock cameras, high prices and school closings
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tim Darnell , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 30, 2026
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Key points A significant amount of water is being used by these facilities, with one company's usage equivalent to a large amount of water typically used by a major aquarium. Investigations are shedding light on various issues.
Investigations are shedding light on various issues. Concerns are growing about the impact of data centers on surrounding communities. A significant amount of water is being used by these facilities, with one company's usage equivalent to a large amount of water typically used by a major aquarium.
Further details about these issues and others, including school closings and high prices, are available from the investigative team's reports. The team is working to expose corruption and hold companies accountable.
Systemic failures and their effects on consumers are also being examined by the investigative team.
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Published: August 30, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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