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Researchers Link Silica Dust Directly To Severe Black Lung Disease [5]

"Exposure to a toxic rock dust appears to be "the main driving force" behind a recent epidemic of severe black lung disease among coal miners, according to the findings of a new study. Lawmakers have debated and failed to adequately regulate the dust for decades."

Source: NPR [6], 04/14/2022

"Amid Hopes and Fears, a Plastics Boom in Appalachia Is On Hold" [9]

"The rise of fracking in Appalachia has fed visions of turning the Ohio River Valley into a petrochemical and plastics hub. But overproduction of plastic, opposition to natural gas pipelines, and public concern about rampant plastic waste are upending those plans."

Source: YaleE360 [10], 04/14/2022

Wind Whips Destructive Wildfires In New Mexico, Colorado [13]

"A wind-driven wildfire swept through neighborhoods in a mountain community in drought-stricken south-central New Mexico, burning at least 150 structures and forcing the evacuations of schools with 1,700 students, officials said Wednesday."

Source: AP [14], 04/14/2022

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