Meant to protect the land from wildfires, fire retardant could be doing damage of its own
Residents of the Sahtu are raising concerns about the impact of fire retardant and are asking the N.W.T. government for more information about how it contributes to changes in the region’s land and ...
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Fire retardant stains LA houses in attempts to slow killer blazes
Pink fire retardant has stained houses and buildings in Los Angeles as the authorities continue to try and slow down the blazes that have killed at least 24 people. The spray, known as Phos-Chek ...
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Here’s the real concern when it comes to black plastic
Should you still be using black plastic? That was the question for many Americans after a study last year discovered high levels of flame retardants in cooking spatulas, sushi trays and kitchen ...
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Meant to protect the land from wildfires, fire retardant could be doing damage of its own
Throughout the summer months, airtankers and fire-crews spray fire retardant across the territory for protection. It's a substance that makes fuel less flammable and slows a fire's progress.