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Utah Iron Fire Raises Lead Exposure Concerns for Homeowners

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Firefighters battling the Iron Fire in Utah have potentially been exposed to lead and other dangerous contaminants, according to recent reports from ABC4 Utah. This...

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Winter Heating Can Leave Hidden Soot Damage in Your Home

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As homeowners prepare their houses for cold weather, many overlook a hidden danger that can affect indoor air and surfaces: soot and smoke residue from...

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EPA Delays Asbestos Rule: What Homeowners Need to Know
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EPA Delays Asbestos Rule: What Homeowners Need to Know

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The Environmental Protection Agency has announced a delay to its proposed rule on asbestos, stating that it needs more information before moving forward. According to...

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NYC Demolition Violated Asbestos Rules—What New Yorkers Must Know
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NYC Demolition Violated Asbestos Rules—What New Yorkers Must Know

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A recent demolition project in New York City has raised serious concerns about asbestos safety—and whether residents were properly warned about potential exposure risks. The...

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North Carolina Storm Season: How to Protect Your Home from Flood Mold

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Storm Season Brings Elevated Mold Risk to North Carolina Homes As storm season intensifies across North Carolina, disaster response experts are warning homeowners to prepare...

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Remediation Overview — Massachusetts AG secures up to $220,000 settlement from two asbestos services companies for viola
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Massachusetts Fines Asbestos Companies $220K for Home Violations

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Two asbestos services companies will pay up to $220,000 after leaving hazardous material behind in Massachusetts homes — a reminder for homeowners in a state...

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Hudson River Psychiatric Center Fire Raises Asbestos Concerns for Nearby Residents

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A recent fire at the historic Hudson River Psychiatric Center in New York has sparked serious questions about air quality and asbestos exposure for nearby...

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New York Homeowner Battles Insurance Over Smoke Damage for Years

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A New York mother has been locked in a years-long battle with her insurance company over smoke damage to her home. According to a report...

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Remediation Overview — Jefferson Elementary asbestos abatement project underway
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Tennessee School Asbestos Project Shows Why Older Buildings Need Testing

By MycoTest News Desk

A Tennessee elementary school is making headlines this week as crews begin removing asbestos from the aging building. Jefferson Elementary School in Jefferson County has...

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