The state of Vermont is warning people to stay away from an abandoned asbestos mine in Eden and Lowell. The mine is often used by people to ride all terrain vehicles.

Health and death records from towns within 10 miles of the site were studied and the odds of dying of asbestosis or lung cancer are 12 times higher for those living closer to the mines.  

Health Commissioner Wendy Davis is telling people to stay away from the mines as exposure to asbestos can cause adverse health conditions.

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