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White Liquor Kills: Oversight Failures | Seattle News
Eleven workers died in a deadly white liquor spill at a Washington paper mill—highlighting a dangerous regulatory gap. This caustic chemical, far more corrosive than bleach, is largely unregulated, despite a history of deadly accidents. Past incidents in Oregon and South Carolina show a pattern of ignored risks, as the industry lobbied to remove white liquor from hazardous substance lists. Regulators have denied these requests, yet enforcement remains weak due to underfunded agencies and minimal penalties. Investigations reveal authorities had warning signs at the Longview mill but failed to…
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