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social-issues2 years ago

California Allocates Funding to Clear Homeless Camps and Improve State Roads

Governor Newsom has allocated $300 million in funds to local and state agencies to clean up homeless encampments and provide resources for the unhoused. The goal is not just to remove the camps but to address underlying issues and support individuals in finding stable housing. The funds come with specific goals and standards that must be met, ensuring accountability. This new funding is expected to help at least 10,000 more homeless individuals, in addition to the 13,000 already assisted. Caltrans also welcomes the funds to help clean up camps near freeways, park and rides, and bike paths, prioritizing the safety of the homeless and the public.

via KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco|
#accountability#clean-up#funding
social-issues2 years ago

"New Resident Exposes San Francisco's Blatant Poverty and Suffering: Rampant Drug Use and Homelessness"

A new resident of San Francisco expressed shock and dismay at the rampant drug use and homelessness in the city, describing it as a disgrace. The resident, Jeremy Bernier, compared the situation to a "ground zero of the fentanyl crisis" with people openly using drugs on the streets and tents and camps near children's playgrounds. This comes after a recent cleanup effort for Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit, which temporarily improved the city's appearance. Complaints about crime, filth, drug use, and homelessness have plagued San Francisco for years, leading some businesses to close. The issue has sparked bipartisan concern, with calls for a collective effort to address the crisis.

via Fox News|
#clean-up#drugs#homelessness
events2 years ago

"Burning Man's Unsanitary Clean-Up: Attendees Forced to Use Urine Bottles"

After heavy rainfall and flooding at the Burning Man festival, attendees were trapped for days in muddy conditions before finally being able to leave. Organizers now face the task of cleaning up the site, which is littered with abandoned vehicles, furniture, and trash. Attendees reported being instructed to urinate in bottles to conserve space in the porta-potties. False rumors of an Ebola outbreak and conspiracy theories have also circulated online. Data from previous festivals shows that Burning Man attendees are predominantly wealthy, white, straight men in their late 30s.

via The Independent|
#aftermath#burning-man#clean-up
fire-incident2 years ago

Vehicle in parking lot blamed for local plastic company fire

Investigators have determined that the fire at a plastic company in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, started at an employee's car. The fire destroyed tools, equipment, and a significant amount of recycled plastic tubing used for burying utility lines. Crews are taking extra precautions to ensure all hot spots are extinguished due to the nature of burning plastic. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and a health alert issued due to the fire has expired with no threat to the public. The city plans to conduct a site assessment for potential health concerns from the burnt plastic.

via KRQE News 13|
#clean-up#fire#fire-incident
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Chicago Residents Seek Solutions and Support Amidst Ongoing Flooding Crisis"

Hundreds of residents in Austin, Chicago, packed a community meeting to express anger and frustration over the recent flooding on the West Side. Many attendees shared stories of flooded basements and damaged property, calling for assistance and compensation. Officials called on Governor JB Pritzker to declare a state of emergency and seek federal funding. The meeting was moved outside due to overcrowding, but tensions remained high as residents urged each other to contact local and state leaders for support.

via WLS-TV|
#chicago#clean-up#community-meeting
weather2 years ago

Storms wreak havoc in Richmond and Madison County.

Severe weather in Richmond, Kentucky, left homeowners and neighbors with broken windows, dents in cars, and hail damage. The Park Crest Court Apartments suffered the most damage, with 142 broken windows concentrated on the south side of the buildings. Toyota South moved some cars inside but nearly 100 used cars were left to fend for themselves. Madison County Emergency Management reported no injuries.

via WKYT|
#broken-windows#clean-up#damage
safety2 years ago

Multiple Trains Derail in Minnesota, Including One Carrying Hazardous Materials

A train carrying hazardous material derailed in northwest Minnesota, but there were no injuries and no immediate signs of leaking vapor or liquids. At least two dozen cars were derailed, some of which contained flammable liquid, but none of it escaped the cars. The clean-up process could take two or three days, and experts will soon survey the area to evaluate the damage. This incident follows other recent derailments in Minnesota, prompting lawmakers to call for higher safety standards.

via The Hill|
#clean-up#hazardous-materials#minnesota
education2 years ago

Susquehanna Twp. superintendent enforces senior prank clean-up.

Seniors who participated in a widespread prank inside Susquehanna Township High School will be forced to help with the “substantial clean-up” process, the district said. Classes at the high school were canceled on Thursday out of an “abundance of caution” after district officials learned of the prank. The prank’s damage was surface-level and infrastructure was not affected. The school district has not provided specific details on the nature of the prank or what the clean-up process will entail.

via PennLive|
#classes-cancelled#clean-up#damage
society2 years ago

Phoenix Takes Action to Clear Homeless Encampment 'The Zone'

The City of Phoenix has started the first phase of cleaning up 'The Zone', the state's largest homeless encampment near downtown Phoenix. The city is going block by block to clean up the area and offer safe indoor spaces to the homeless. The first block being focused on is 9th Avenue from Jefferson to Washington. The city plans to clean another block in two weeks and continue the process until 'The Zone' is cleared. There are concerns that some of the homeless people living in 'The Zone' don't want to move to a shelter and would rather live on the street in another part of town.

via Arizona's Family|
#clean-up#crisis#homelessness
odd-news2 years ago

Man's stockpile of pasta found dumped in New Jersey forest.

A neighbor in Old Bridge, New Jersey, claims that the 500 pounds of pasta found near a stream last week were likely dumped by a man who was cleaning out his mother's home after her death. The man probably found the pasta, which filled roughly 15 wheelbarrows, while clearing out the house. The neighbor suggested that the mother had stocked up on food during the COVID-19 pandemic. The local public works department found the illegal dumped pasta and cleaned it up.

via Yahoo News|
#clean-up#covid-19#dumping
odd-news2 years ago

Flight Delays Caused by Unclaimed Spills and Unruly Passengers

A Southwest Airlines flight was delayed from taking off until someone claimed and cleaned up a large amount of spilled rice in the aisle. The flight attendant eventually cleaned it up herself and scolded the passengers for not being raised right. Southwest did not deny the incident and stated that it's not unusual for a flight attendant to tidy the aircraft prior to departure. The incident was further delayed by a passenger who took advantage of the situation to use the bathroom. It's still unclear who spilled the rice.

via Yahoo News|
#clean-up#flight-attendant#flight-delay