When an older building catches fire, asbestos-containing materials can be damaged and send fibers into smoke, ash, and debris. Learn why asbestos was used in fireproofing, how a fire or cleanup can create exposure risks, and why people nearby should avoid smoke, stay clear of debris, close windows, and follow fire department or health department instructions.
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