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Willow warning: Catkins are pretty, but carry potential health risks

(chinadaily.com.cn / CRI) Updated: 2016-04-09 11:59
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Willow warning: Catkins are pretty, but carry potential health risks

Although the white drifts look charming, experts warn that catkins pose a potential risk to traffic, people's health and environment. Citizens are warned of asthma, allergies, and eye diseases caused by the fluffy white stuff.[Photo/Xinhua]
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