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Flood waters in Russia, Kazakhstan could cause toxic leak

Yana Karpova
May 2, 2024

Floods have devastated parts of southern Russia and Kazakhstan, displacing tens of thousands of people. As water levels recede, experts warn that another crisis may be unfolding as old uranium mines are feared to be leaking radioactive material.

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