New Mexico Native Americans getting help learning to handle hazardous material

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Over the last few years, locals on tribal and Native American land have been boosting their abilities to handle dangerous waste and materials. With training from the federal government and partners, local communities are increasing their ability to avert disaster and respond to crises.In 2022 alone, more than 1,000 Native Americans and Alaska Natives across the U.S. took part in training programs provided by the National Institute of Environmental Health Scien