🚨 Important Alert for Parents 🚨
Children’s play sand has been pulled from shelves after alarming tests revealed it contains asbestos! A concerned parent, after noticing the sand resembled recalled products from Australia, sent it for independent testing – shocking results showed three out of five sand colours were positive for fibrous tremolite asbestos. 😱
Hobbycraft has taken swift action to remove the product while independent testing is conducted. Although no official recall has been announced, this precautionary move comes after similar issues arose in Australia and New Zealand, where schools and nurseries were closed for deep cleaning.
Asbestos, once considered a “miracle mineral,” poses serious health risks if inhaled, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. While experts believe the risk to children is low with minor exposure, it’s crucial to stay informed and vigilant.
A government source stated, “Parents are right to be concerned by this,” as investigations continue. Meanwhile, Hobbycraft assures customers they’ll provide updates as soon as more information is available.
Let’s keep our kids safe! Stay informed, and share this important information with other parents. 📢