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Friday, March 30, 2012

Burma Bans Mining On Four Major Rivers

A report by the Burma Environmental Working Group in June 2011 said gold mining operations have drained water sources, increased soil erosion, and polluted rivers with mercury and other chemicals. Mercury is highly toxic to the environment and poses serious risks to public health. 
http://www.mizzima.com/business/6869-burma-bans-mining-on-four-major-rivers.html

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