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California State Parks could be sanctioned for ignoring scientists on Oceano Dunes dust

By Monica Vaughan
The California Department of Parks and Recreation could face sanctions or forced closures at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area, after the state agency failed to follow scientists’ recommendations to reduce dust emissions from the popular park.
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Secondhand sand: How a state park is putting kids’ health at risk

By Monica Vaughan
Sand dunes at a state recreation area popular with off-road vehicles on California's Central Coast is sending tiny dust particles miles inland, creating an ongoing crisis in air quality.

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