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Turkish Cannabis Incineration Blankets Town in Toxic Smoke

5/9/2025

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On April 18, Turkish authorities incinerated over 20 tons of seized cannabis in Lice, blanketing the town of 25,000 residents in thick smoke for five days. Locals experienced dizziness and nausea, prompting criticism of the destruction method. The cannabis, worth a staggering 10 billion Turkish Lira, was arranged to spell "LICE" during the fiery display.

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On April 18, Turkish authorities incinerated over 20 tons of seized cannabis in Lice, blanketing the town of 25,000 residents in thick smoke for five days. Locals experienced dizziness and nausea, prompting criticism of the destruction method. The cannabis, worth a staggering 10 billion Turkish Lira, was arranged to spell "LICE" during the fiery display.