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Fugitive dust is a specific problem that is created by people when interacting with their natural environment. This is not a manmade pollutant. This dust is not emitted from any chimney, smoke stack or vent. Instead, this is a small solid or liquid particle that arises from the soil every time a person, animal, wind or object passes over it and disturbs it. A good example of this is a sand storm.
Fugitive dust is a persistent challenge in the dry areas of the western part of the US. This issue develops wherever long dry conditions exist and the moisture has dried from the top soil.
This has become an area of concern for those who suffer from respiratory problems. The size of the average dust particle is 10 micrometers or less. This small size particle can remain airborne for days or even weeks, depending on the wind conditions. Because of the particle’s small size, it has the ability of entering the respiratory system of people. This is the reason for concern. This small, but hard particle can damage the lungs and cause long term respiratory problems.
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