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High levels of dioxin found in Lausanne soils

Canton Vaud councillor Béatrice Métraux said 126 sites were studied for dioxin contamination in the western Swiss city. The problem is worse than had been expected: a total of 26 sites were found to have concentrations over the cantonal limit (100 nanograms per kilo). Residents have been advised to avoid local free-range eggs and certain vegetables. More:

High levels of dioxin found in Lausanne soils  –  SWI swissinfoCanton Vaud councillor Béatrice Métraux said 126 sites were studied for dioxin contamination in the western Swiss city. The problem is worse than had been expected: a total of 26 sites were found to have concentrations over the cantonal limit (100 nanograms per kilo). Residents have been advised to avoid local free-range eggs and certain vegetables. More:

High levels of dioxin found in Lausanne soils  –  SWI swissinfo

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