Nestled below the rugged peaks of the Northern Rockies in Montana — as iconic a representation of America's "purple mountain majesties" as one can find — lies the site of the worst case of community-wide exposure to a toxic substance in U.S. history. In the small town of Libby, many hundreds of people are sick or have already died from asbestos exposure. | Read the synopsis »

AROUND LIBBY

The dangers of exposure to asbestos affected Libby residents rich and poor, young and old. Watch these additional scenes to find out more about the heartbreak of life in Libby, Montana.  » 

AS THE DUST SETTLES

The fallout from the asbestos poisoning in Libby, Montana continues to unfold. Find out what happened to characters from the film, more about the health of the Libby residents, the current state of the EPA cleanup and more. Read responses to viewer questions from Gayla Benefield, Libby resident and asbestos activist.  »