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Long after asbestos was removed mainly from factories, military facilities, and public construction, its dangerous legacy continues to surface across the U.S.
In Colorado, the consequences are still unfolding in communities such as El Paso County, often quietly and without recognition. From aging school buildings and municipal structures to legacy industrial sites and military installations, a material once praised for its fire resistance and durability has left behind a longterm public health burden that has never been fully accounted for…