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Mysterious bags of ‘hazardous’ materials appeared in Mexico. Then we found more

An investigation found thousands of white bags near Monterrey, but aerial footage shows a bigger problem Revealed: US hazardous waste is sent to Mexico – where a ‘toxic cocktail’ of pollution emerges Call it the mystery of the white bags. After they were found to be sprawling across acres of land near the Mexican city
✦ Editorial Summary

Thousands of white bags containing hazardous materials have been discovered in Mexico, primarily near the city of Monterrey, with aerial footage revealing a more extensive problem. Investigations have linked these materials to the United States, where hazardous waste is being sent to Mexico, resulting in a toxic cocktail of pollution. The situation raises concerns about the environmental and health impacts of this illicit waste disposal, particularly in areas with limited regulatory oversight. The scale of the issue remains unclear, but it highlights the need for international cooperation to address the transnational waste trade.

Guardian Environment·theguardian.com·Mar 21, 2025·1 min read· pts
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