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Picher, Oklahoma was once a thriving mining town known as the "World's Greatest Lead and Zinc Mining District." However, the town's prosperity came at a cost. Over a century of mining activities left behind a toxic legacy, resulting in severe environmental contamination. Picher became infamous for its numerous sinkholes, caused by the collapse of underground mines, which swallowed entire buildings and streets. In 2009, the town was officially declared a Superfund site, and the government ordered the relocation of its residents due to the health risks posed by the contaminated soil and water. Today, Picher stands as a ghost town, a haunting reminder of the devastating consequences of unchecked industrial practices.