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Yallourn Coal Power Station releases 1,495 tonnes of PM10
Yallourn Coal Power Station reports releasing 1,495,203kg of PM10 in the year to 30 June 2017. PM10 is small particulate matter which can cause serious health effects.
The Australian government says it has been linked to increased respiratory symptoms and premature death.