Whiskey warehouse fungus plagues ignored rural New York community
A rural community in Mineville, New York, is grappling with the spread of whiskey fungus, believed to have originated from a nearby whiskey storage facility. The sticky residue, known as Baudoinia compniacensis, has covered homes and vehicles, raising concerns about health and property preservation. State regulators have confirmed the presence of whiskey fungus in some locations. Residents have reported difficulties in removing the substance, and some claim that local officials have not taken their concerns seriously. The whiskey facility, WhistlePig Whiskey, has been accused of not adequately addressing the issue. The fungus has previously affected communities near other whiskey plants in Tennessee and Maine.