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Article: New hydrogen sulfide studies boost Versailles concerns
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- December 12, 2007
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A toxic gas found in Versailles could be harmful at lower levels
than originally thought, according to studies the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency is examining.
Hydrogen sulfide, a common gas that smells like rotten eggs and
is associated with such things as petroleum production and decaying
plants, long has been known to be deadly in high concentrations.
However, growing scientific evidence shows that prolonged exposure
at low levels might affect memory and coordination, and cause lung
and eye problems.
The EPA is reviewing studies to determine if it will do more to
regulate hydrogen sulfide at lower levels, according to a
spokeswoman.
"Ever since we moved here -- that was in 2004 -- ...