1982 Climate & Environment Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 03 Dec Dioxin contamination discovered in Times Beach, Missouri: On December 3, 1982, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed that Times Beach, Missouri, was contaminated with dioxin, a highly toxic chemical. The contamination resulted from waste oil containing dioxin being sprayed on the town's unpaved roads for dust control between 1972 and 1976. This discovery led to the evacuation and eventual demolition of the town. source: history.com
- 23 Dec EPA identifies dioxin contamination in Times Beach, Missouri: On December 23, 1982, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed that Times Beach, Missouri, was contaminated with dioxin, a highly toxic chemical. The contamination resulted from spraying waste oil containing dioxin on the town's unpaved roads for dust control between 1972 and 1976. Following the EPA's announcement, residents were advised to evacuate, leading to the eventual demolition of the town. source: epa.gov
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