Coal's Deadly Dust

Synopsis

Coal miners face a resurgence of black lung disease, a preventable epidemic that has led to alarming mortality rates. A joint investigation by FRONTLINE and NPR highlights the largest documented clusters of this debilitating illness, exposing systemic failures within the coal industry and government oversight. The report emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and reform to protect the health and safety of miners, shedding light on a crisis that has persisted despite warnings and evidence.