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The Last Days of an Outback Town Where Every Breath Can Be Toxic

September 29, 2022September 29, 2022Yan Zhuang and Matthew AbbottComments Off on The Last Days of an Outback Town Where Every Breath Can Be Toxic
The town of Wittenoom, ruined by asbestos mining, will be wiped off the face of the earth. But first the government had to remove those who wanted to stay.
Tagged Asbestos, Australia, Hazardous and Toxic Substances, Mesothelioma, Mines and Mining
Yan Zhuang and Matthew Abbott
https://www.nytimes.com/section/world

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