wittenoom

Wittenoom is an abandoned asbestos mining town. Residents (except 1) were removed from the town. The asbestos was mined from the lovely gorge 5klms away. The dust from miling it was lethal . We drove up the Gorge now a neglected part of Karajini. The NP used to have campsites and some visitors still camp up there. The NP does not advise anyone to go near the Gorge. The sign says exposure to asbestos dust can cause cancer. Its a beautiful spot.