Preservationists tell Okaloosa commissioners scuttling SS United States risks toxic contaminants Speakers from the SS United States Preservation Foundation told the commission the vessel contains substantial zinc chromate and hexavalent chromium risks—citing estimates as high as 60,000 pounds to 50 tons—and urged the county to address remediation before any scuttling or reef deployment.

Preservationists are sounding the alarm about the SS United States, warning that its toxic coatings could unleash a wave of environmental contamination if not properly addressed before scuttling.

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6/20 Alberta study reveals alarming spread of toxic organic contaminants from Elk Valley coal mines.

"Should serve as chilling premonition of what awaits us if we proceed down this perilous path."

The warning signs flash red.

Will we heed them?
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What’s Lurking in Your Weed? Scientists Warn of Toxic Fungal Contamination Illicit cannabis seized in Arizona and California contains dangerously high levels of Fusarium mycotoxins, according to a new Arizona State University study. Around 16% of tested samples were contaminated,...

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