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Californians Settle Lawsuits Against Binational Water Commission
The lawsuit alleged International Boundary and Water Commission allowed gallons of raw sewage and heavy metals to spill into San Diego.

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The lawsuit alleged International Boundary and Water Commission allowed gallons of raw sewage and heavy metals to spill into San Diego.

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