Up To 20% of All Homes in Japan Have Roofing Tiles That Contain Asbestos

More asbestos news out of Japan: as many as 5 million homes in Japan--that's about 20% of all homes in Japan--have roofing tiles that contain asbestos. A shocking number, to say the least. Roofing tiles made from a combination of asbestos and cement were popular in Japanese home construction because these tiles weigh less than clay tiles, and they also cause less damage to homes after earthquakes. As you can imagine, the careless demolition of just one of these homes with asbestos containing tiles could be devastating to the health and wellbeing of nearby residents. We'll have to wait and see what actions the Japanese government will take in light of this news. Click here to read more...