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The document provides an overview of lead, arsenic, and organochlorine pesticides found in soils at some Hawaii schools. Soil sampling found elevated levels of these contaminants in 60% of schools for lead, 20% for arsenic, and 20% for pesticides, predominantly within 3-4 feet of older building foundations. The contaminants likely came from past use of lead paint, arsenic-based herbicides, and organochlorine pesticides used for termite control. Unintentional ingestion of contaminated soil is the main exposu

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Honolulu Star-Advertiser

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