Carcinogens found in marine life in island of Vieques in Puerto Rico

“Unexploded bombs are in the ocean for a variety of reasons – some were duds that did not explode, others were dumped in the ocean as a means of disposal,” Porter said in a written statement. “And we now know that these munitions are leaking cancer-causing materials and endangering sea life.” Full Story »

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The carcinogenic tie provides information that can help reduce exposure and motivate cleanup.

Even dud weapons can kill....

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