A paper mill malfunction in Maine caused brown snow due to a release of non-toxic, skin-irritating byproduct.

A malfunction at a paper mill in Rumford, Maine, caused brown snow to fall in some areas after the release of spent black liquor, a non-toxic but skin-irritating byproduct. The town advised residents to keep children and pets away from the affected snow, and heavy rain is expected to wash away the substance soon. The mill has fixed the issue, and officials will take samples for analysis.

4 months ago
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