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Smoke Clears But Risks Remain | Spokane News
Spokane Complex fires have finally lifted evacuation orders, but the health threat isn’t over—fine particulate pollution can linger for months, penetrating lungs and bloodstreams with serious long-term risks. Over 900 homes were destroyed, exposing residents to toxins like lead and asbestos from damaged structures. Officials are clearing hazards like propane tanks and old paint cans while distributing free PPE kits and online safety guides. Health districts mobilized quickly, offering care for evacuees and pets, and urge caution as cleanup begins—a slow, complex process made safer by lessons…
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