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weather-emergency-response2 years ago•5 min saved

"Devastating Arctic Blast Claims Dozens of Lives Across the US"

Subfreezing conditions and treacherous roadways have led to dozens of deaths across the U.S. due to arctic weather, with Memphis, Tennessee, dealing with broken water pipes causing low water pressure for 700,000 people. Crews are working to fix the issue, and the utility expects most people to have water restored within 24 hours. The cold weather has also caused water issues in other parts of Tennessee, with residents facing multiday water outages and potential bursting pipes. Warmer temperatures are predicted for the coming week, but freezing rain and high wind gusts continue to pose travel hazards in some areas.

via NPR|

#arctic-weather #emergency-management #memphis

weather2 years ago•5 min saved

"Memphis Faces Water Crisis: Broken Pipes, Boil Advisory, and Restaurant Struggles"

Deadly Arctic weather continues to grip much of the U.S., with at least 69 deaths reported this January. Memphis is dealing with numerous broken water pipes, and the utility expects most of the 700,000 affected residents to have water service restored within 24 hours. The city, along with others in Tennessee, has issued boil water notices, and residents are facing water outages and shortages. The cold weather has also led to deaths in Tennessee and Mississippi, while treacherous conditions persist in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, warmer temperatures are expected to bring relief in the coming days.

via The Associated Press|

#arctic-weather #memphis #tennessee

health2 years ago•5 min saved

The Cost and Benefits of Replacing Lead Pipes in the US

The US Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a rule to replace millions of lead service pipes within the next 10 years, in line with the Biden administration's goal of removing all lead pipes. Lead exposure is particularly dangerous for children, as it can cause damage to the brain and nervous system, leading to lower IQ, learning difficulties, and impaired growth. Symptoms of lead poisoning may include abdominal pain, headaches, and developmental delays. Lead levels can be diagnosed through blood testing, and treatment options include flushing out the lead and reducing lead in the bloodstream. While removing lead pipes will reduce the number of children exposed, it is important to also address other sources of lead exposure, such as lead paint and soil contamination.

via CNN|

#childrens-health #health #lead-exposure

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Lancaster County Prison Takes Action to Combat Legionnaires' Outbreak

Trace amounts of Legionnaires' bacteria were found in a sink at Lancaster County Prison after a person who had recently been transferred out of the prison tested positive for the disease. County officials plan to disinfect water pipes and cells at the prison. Legionnaires' disease is caused by a bacteria found in water, and infections typically occur when a person inhales water droplets containing the bacteria. No staff or inmates are currently displaying symptoms, and the individual who contracted the disease has made a full recovery. The prison will sanitize the water system, install new filters, and superheat water heaters to eliminate any remaining bacteria.

via LNP | LancasterOnline|

#bacteria #disinfection #health