A recent American study found the top ten most polluted areas on the planet, Haina, DR was found to be one of them, amongst scattered others in Russia, Africa, and parts of Asia. The placement of Haina on this list is due to the high concentrations of lead in the area, a result of battery recycling and smelting, leaving the residents in danger.
The study is an effort to bring awareness and aid to the areas, in order to help clean up and educate/protect the residents.
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The study is an effort to bring awareness and aid to the areas, in order to help clean up and educate/protect the residents.
the article