👉 The "forgotten fumes" refer to a category of harmful, often overlooked pollutants that have been released into the environment over time but are now recognized for their significant health and ecological impacts. These can include legacy contaminants like asbestos, leaded gasoline residues, and industrial chemicals that were once widely used but have since been phased out due to their toxicity. Despite regulations and cleanup efforts, these substances can still persist in soil, water, and air, posing long-term risks to human health through contaminated food and water sources, inhalation, or direct contact. The term "forgotten" underscores the historical neglect of these issues, highlighting the ongoing need for awareness, monitoring, and remediation to protect public health and the environment.
