Environmental
A methane gas migration problem may affect West Virginia properties near:
ARivers and lakes
BFormer landfills or active coal mining operations✓ Correct
CHistoric downtown districts
DProperties with clay soil
Explanation
Methane gas can migrate from landfills (from decomposing organic waste) or coal seams/mine voids. If methane accumulates in a building, it creates an explosion and asphyxiation hazard requiring monitoring and mitigation.
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