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flag Oklahoma investigates rising abandoned marijuana grow sites, posing environmental and safety risks.

flag Oklahoma lawmakers are investigating the growing threat of abandoned marijuana grow sites, which have increased environmental and public safety risks after a sharp drop in operations from over 8,000 in 2022 to fewer than 2,000 today. flag These sites, often built illegally and left behind by fleeing operators, contain hazardous waste, chemical runoff, raw sewage, and unsafe electrical systems, contaminating soil and water. flag Law enforcement and environmental agencies report difficulty identifying responsible parties, complicating cleanup efforts. flag An interim study is underway to develop accountability measures and cleanup strategies, with potential legislation expected in 2026.

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