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Big box tinderboxes: Warehouses are exposing more Californians to costly, toxic disasters
Warehouse fires in California, fueled by automation, dense storage, and hazardous materials, are causing costly, toxic disasters. Recent incidents in Boyle Heights, Redlands, Carson Industrial Center, and Ontario highlight risks like toxic smoke, supply chain disruptions, and long-term environmental contamination.
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