Brazilian officials announced plans to dredge parts of the Amazon River in an effort to get trade flowing again in the wake of a severe drought. However, scientists say the effort could end up poisoning the river.
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Amazon River expected to be dredged in face of severe drought

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Brazil announced plans to dredge the Amazon River in an effort to combat a severe drought as scientists warn it could poison the river.


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