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Radioactive Brine on Ohio Roads | Global News
- Published
- August 1, 2026
- Duration
- 2:12
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- Last updated
- Aug 2, 2026
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Ohio researchers are sounding the alarm on decades-old practice of spreading radioactive oilfield brine on roads, exposing communities to cancer-causing radium that seeps into bones and water. With new studies sampling toenails and baby teeth and an interactive state map revealing where brine is still being used, advocates are pushing for a Senate ban — a…
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Ohio researchers are sounding the alarm on decades-old practice of spreading radioactive oilfield brine on roads, exposing communities to cancer-causing radium that seeps into bones and water. With new studies sampling toenails and baby teeth and an interactive state map revealing where brine is still being used, advocates are pushing for a Senate ban — arguing safer alternatives exist and public health must trump industry disposal shortcuts. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: ht
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