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Mould on indoor surfaces

Mold in residential bedroom after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans

Damp homes provide ideal conditions for mould growth. A leak in the roof has led to mouldy ceilings and walls.

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Published: 27 June 2016Size: 2.79 MB
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