Crosswinds For decades, residents in two Black neighborhoods in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia have complained about coal dust that coats the interiors of their homes, cars and playgrounds in a fine black dust. Dust they also breathe. Dust that makes them sick. Some residents are deeply concerned about the impact of the dust on their lives. Others are unaware of the dust and its effects. Crosswinds puts residents in the center of the story of coal dust in Hampton Roads, and what's unfolding now in efforts to build healthier neighborhoods and lives. Distributed by WHRO Public Media.
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Crosswinds
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For decades, residents in two Black neighborhoods in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia have complained about coal dust that coats the interiors of their homes, cars and playgrounds in a fine black dust. Dust they also breathe. Dust that makes them sick. Some residents are deeply concerned about the impact of the dust on their lives. Others are unaware of the dust and its effects. Crosswinds puts residents in the center of the story of coal dust in Hampton Roads, and what's unfolding now in efforts to build healthier neighborhoods and lives. Distributed by WHRO Public Media.