November 2010
Squatters present the threat of winter fires, asbestos exposure in abandoned buildings
Asbestos found in these buildings poses a threat to squatters and to the public at large when burned down.
Asbestos and fire code violations push Hamden Youth Center out of its old home
Along with a new location, the center will also be expanding its programming.
EU passes a directive to reduce industrial emissions of asbestos, heavy metals and other carcinogens
New industrial plants will have until 2012 to comply, while existing plants have until 2016.
Schools asbestos policy sent home to parents
Schools built after 1988 are completely asbestos free, but asbestos remains in the floor tiles of older schools.
Boeing plant on the Duwamish riverfront requires asbestos removal, other decontamination
This massive project combines demolition, waterway cleanup and habitat restoration.
Las Cruces city office center will be replaced with asbestos-free affordable housing
The City Council has already approved the $750,000 expense of asbestos abatement and demolition.
Gloucestershire Coroner requires proof of exposure to label mesothelioma "death by industrial disease"
Ponting family receives no closure for mother’s asbestos death because time and location of exposure cannot be pinpointed
Government developed method for detecting mesothelioma is available for licensing
A recurrent alteration in the DNA sequence in mesothelioma cancer cells can lead to earlier detection.
Asbestos scare in Madison Square Garden shuts down the arena
The NY Knicks were forced to postpone a game for the safety of the players and their fans.
Historic Colburn School's asbestos abated, library construction can now begin
The school will be moved to the rear of the lot and then onto the site of the old library.
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