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environment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Study Reveals Hidden Benzene Risks in Natural Gas"

A new study published in Environmental Research Letters reveals that small, often undetectable natural gas leaks can introduce hazardous air pollutants, including benzene, into indoor environments. Researchers found benzene in 97% of natural gas samples across North America, with significant variations in odorant levels and benzene concentrations among different cities. The study highlights the limitations of relying solely on smell to detect gas leaks and suggests that improved transparency, stricter odorization standards, and enhanced leak detection methods are necessary to protect public health.

via Phys.org|

#benzene #environment #gas-leaks

health1 year ago•7 min saved

"The Safety Implications of Smell Loss"

A study conducted by the University of East Anglia and Fifth Sense reveals that individuals with olfactory dysfunction face significant safety concerns, with over a third experiencing gas safety scares and food safety issues in the past five years. The research emphasizes the impact of smell loss on personal safety and emotional well-being, highlighting the need for safety measures such as 'scratch and sniff' cards for safety education and the use of detectors to enhance the well-being of those with smell disorders.

via Neuroscience News|

#gas-leaks #health #neuroscience

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

"Alabama Hit by Severe Storms: Extensive Damage and Tornado Watch in Effect"

Extensive storm damage in Homewood, Alabama, includes multiple downed trees, debris in roadways, gas leaks, power lines down, and traffic lights out. Thousands are still without power across Central Alabama, and officials believe there may be other affected areas yet to be reported.

via WBRC|

#alabama #gas-leaks #homewood

natural-disaster2 years ago•2 min saved

Virginia Beach hit by tornado, causing extensive damage and state of emergency.

A tornado hit Virginia Beach on Sunday, damaging between 50 and 100 homes, downing trees, and causing gas leaks. The city declared a state of emergency, and there were no immediate reports of injuries. Dominion Energy reported just under 1,000 outages, and Virginia Natural Gas responded to several homes with gas leaks. Three schools were closed on Monday due to storm damage, and the Something in the Water festival canceled all events for Sunday. The severe weather in Virginia Beach followed thunderstorms, hail, and at least one confirmed tornado in Florida on Saturday.

via CBS News|

#damage #gas-leaks #natural-disaster

us2 years ago•1 min saved

Tornado wreaks havoc in Virginia Beach

A tornado passed through the Fort Story area in northeastern Virginia Beach on Sunday evening, damaging at least a dozen homes and causing numerous gas leaks. Emergency crews patrolled the area and picked up residents who needed transportation to a shelter. No injuries were reported. The city canceled a festival that had been planned for Sunday evening, which representatives of the National Weather Service had been set to attend. The Weather Service officials stayed at the festival site to help handle the response to the storm.

via The New York Times|

#gas-leaks #public-safety #storm-damage