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Las Vegas Asbestos: Part 1 — The Hidden History Beneath the Desert

4:07 Streamed June 21, 2023 Series: Las Vegas Asbestos

Las Vegas asbestos has a history that goes back millions of years. Attorney Justinian Lane explores the origins of asbestos in Southern Nevada, including naturally occurring asbestos, the geological history beneath Las Vegas, and why the mineral was once considered rare and valuable.

You’ll learn:
• How asbestos formed beneath parts of Southern Nevada
• Why UNLV geologists changed the conversation around naturally occurring asbestos
• Why asbestos was once valued before its health risks were understood
• How Las Vegas asbestos history connects to modern exposure concerns
• Why Part 1 sets up the larger Dusted in Vegas story

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