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Hamilton’s public health department says the July air pollution event, while noticeable and possibly irritating, likely won’t cause major long-term health issues. Dr. Bart Harvey explains that the soot was mostly carbon already present in the air, not a new pollutant. But the bigger concern? Ongoing air pollution in Hamilton is linked to serious illnesses like heart disease and lung cancer, responsible for 55 deaths in 2018. Researchers found toxic chemicals in past soot samples tied to coal burning — especially dangerous for kids. While officials can’t control outdoor air, they urge washing off grime and produce to stay safe.

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