Wildfires leave homes intact but tainted with lingering toxic threats

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By EHN CuratorsJan 17, 2025, 7:14 am126 pts
Even homes spared by the L.A. wildfires are plagued by harmful smoke and ash, creating long-term health risks for returning residents. Hiroko Tabuchi reports for The New York Times. In short: Smoke and ash from burning materials like plastics and paint can infiltrate homes, contaminating walls, rugs and…

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