Arsenic in Cottonwood: Mining Slag's Health Risks
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In Cottonwood, Arizona, a century-old mining slag pile poses health risks, despite state agencies deeming overall risks minimal. The pile, located near a playground, fairgrounds, low-income housing, and a veterans post, has shown elevated arsenic levels in soil samples and complaints of dark dust. While air quality tests mostly meet federal limits, residents report black dust on cars and homes, and community-led tests found arsenic above cleanup levels. State investigators closed the case without plans for further checks, leaving residents hoping for cleaner air.
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