NY, Oregon Officials Issue Warnings After Giant Hogweed Found

NY, Oregon Officials Issue Warnings After Giant Hogweed Found
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Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
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Officials have issued warnings about a plant found in some areas of the United States, the giant hogweed, that can burn the skin, cause blindness, create painful blisters, and cause permanent scarring.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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