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Glencore Faces Backlash Over Delayed Dust Release Notification

9/26/2025

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Glencore faces criticism after a dust release from the Falconbridge smelter on September 23-24, 2025, with delayed notification.
Public Health Sudbury and Districts was informed at 4:20 p.m. Sept 24, 2025.
Residents are advised to avoid affected areas, wash hands, and avoid garden produce.
Glencore says the smelter was not operational during the incident and is investigating the dust composition.

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Glencore faces criticism after a dust release from the Falconbridge smelter on September 23-24, 2025, with delayed notification.
Public Health Sudbury and Districts was informed at 4:20 p.m. Sept 24, 2025.
Residents are advised to avoid affected areas, wash hands, and avoid garden produce.
Glencore says the smelter was not operational during the incident and is investigating the dust composition.