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River in Ohio that caught fire more than once, led to Clean Water Act of '72
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Cuyahoga River Fire
💡 Explanation:
The Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, Ohio, became infamous for catching fire multiple times due to industrial pollution. These events were a major catalyst for the passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972.