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‘IT LOOKS LIKE A STREAM OF BLOOD’: A river near Buenos Aires turns red, sparking fears of toxic leak

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The Sarandi stream, near Villa Inflamable , in the municipality of Avellaneda , is home to tanneries and other industries that transform animal skins into leather using chemicals.

Officials suspect the presence of aniline, a toxic substance used in dyes and medicines.

Residents report that the stream has exhibited various unusual colours in the past.

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