The demolition of the asbestos factory in Canari, Cap Corse, highlights a tragic chapter in the village's history, where between 1948 and 1965, over 1500 workers were exposed to dangerous asbestos fibers without any protective measures. This factory, which played a significant role in the local economy, resulted in the deaths of at least 73 individuals, often referred to colloquially as victims of 'white hell.' As the destruction of the site is underway, local residents are filled with a mix of nostalgia and relief. While some mourn the loss of a critical part of their village's heritage, others express relief that this chapter is closing, allowing them to move forward from its painful legacy.