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subpixel on June 24, 2013 | parent | context | favorite | on: Abandoned island in the middle of NYC

If you ever do any exploring of old/abandoned buildings like this, you better use a respirator. Asbestos + neglect + vandalism is a nasty combo.

riveteye on June 25, 2013 [–]

I want to emphasize this. Always use appropriate safety equipment when exploring old buildings. Steel-toed boots are also a very good idea, in addition to a respirator. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_exploration#Safety_and_le...

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