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Hundreds of road surfaces in western Hungary, particularly in the Szombathely area, may have been contaminated with asbestos from Austrian mines, posing serious health risks, as experts warn that exposure to the mineral can lead to long-term inflammatory conditions and cancer, while the Hungarian government is urged to address this issue urgently amid the absence of preventive regulations in Europe. #Asbestos #EnvironmentalSafety #PublicHealth #HU #AT

Hungarian roads may be contaminated with asbestos

Hundreds of roads in western Hungary may be contaminated with asbestos due to the use of gravel from Austrian mines in construction, raising health concerns about the long-term risks posed by inhaling asbestos fibers, as highlighted by geologist Tamás Weiszburg, while the government is urged to quickly address the issue amid public safety warnings and ongoing environmental assessments. #AsbestosContamination #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalSafety #HU #AT

Hungarian roads may be contaminated with asbestos

Hundreds of roads in western Hungary, particularly in the Szombathely area, may be contaminated with asbestos due to the use of gravel from Austrian mines, posing serious health risks, as asbestos fibers can lead to long-term cancer-related illnesses; officials are now calling for urgent action and regulations to address the issue amidst growing concerns from local authorities and residents. #AsbestosContamination #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalSafety #HU #AT

Hungarian roads may be contaminated with asbestos