Toxic space debris washes up on Queensland beach | 7NEWS

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Four mysterious metallic canisters have washed ashore at Forrest Beach in North Queensland, prompting a national security response and establishment of a three-kilometre exclusion zone. The objects are confirmed to be space debris containing hydrazine propellant, a toxic and potentially carcinogenic chemical. Emergency crews in hazmat suits have secured the intact tanks in large drums while authorities work to identify their origin and determine safe disposal methods. Subscribe and set 🔔 » https://7news.link/YTSubscribe | For the latest Australian news and breaking news alerts, connect with 7NEWS online: Visit » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ 7NEWS Podcast » https://open.spotify.com/user/dm9fk9hzoe68ibpttheragdgi Facebook » https://www.facebook.com/7NewsAustralia TikTok » https://www.tiktok.com/@7newsaustralia Instagram » https://www.instagram.com/7newsaustralia/ X » https://x.com/7NewsAustralia 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands includin

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