"Coal Country's Hidden Dangers: A Surge in Black Lung Among Younger Miners Deep within the Appalachian coalfields, a growing crisis is unfolding. A recent investigation by Fault Lines reveals a disturbing trend: black lung disease, once thought to be a relic of the past, is now affecting younger coal miners at an alarming rate. The findings have raised serious questions about the effectiveness of current dust protections and the safety measures in place for workers in one of America's most hazardous industries. As the US coal industry struggles to adapt to a changing energy landscape, the health of its workers is being put at risk, sparking calls for urgent reform and greater accountability."
Fault Lines investigates a surge in black lung among younger coal miners in Appalachia, and gaps in dust protections.
