I too have recently begun to educate myself about this topic, (that website linked above is loaded with information - it's hard to know where to start, but you just have to dig in and begin reading) because I found out how many active wells are within a short radius of my home. I'd be willing to bet that most people have zero idea of just how many wells are close to their property.

I didn't understand fracking until I read about it and I don't know any way that anyone could deny that fracking will contaminate the land and water supply. Not to mention the fact that these huge pipelines are running underground ALL over the place.

Like you, I'm pissed and I'm worried, but . . . the wells have been drilled and are operating and that's not going to change unless the Barnett Shale dries up or something.

I think the best people can do is work together for stricter regulations of the wells that are already in operation, and get involved in protesting further drilling.

One thing I found out is that when anyone encounters the foul odors, there's an agency to call and they will allegedly come out to your property to investigate, and your report is on record.

With so many people reporting various illnesses and symptoms, I wonder if there will be increasing lawsuits or if these companies are somehow exempt/protected from such.

The alternate option is for people to move completely away from drilled areas . . . and THAT is not easy for most people. It's a shame that people's homes and land are being compromised and they're being denied the right to their own space and enjoyment of what should be their safe haven.