New EPA data shows surprises for asbestos exposure

New data from the Environmental Protection Agency suggests that soil is a prominent source of exposure to vermiculite. Such a conclusion has the potential to reshape how the EPA assesses risk for remediation, as well as definitions for what it considers a “clean site.”

The research surprised many because it suggests that asbestos exposure comes mainly from contaminated soil outside of one’s house. Indeed levels of exposure during indoor activities most likely comes from tracking outdoor vermiculite inside through pathways such as animals or shoes.

Loggers play first home game today

The Libby Loggers will play their first home game today, Friday, May 9 at Lee Gehring field in Libby at 6 p.m.

“Every week we practice better than the week before,” said coach Kelly Morford. “We have a lot of stuff we’re starting to get down, and the kids are really exciting to get going.”