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ARCADIS Assists Storm Affected Municipalities in Debris Removal
ARCADIS (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the international design, consulting, engineering and management services company, has deployed its debris management personnel and state-of-the-art technology, HaulPass, to 14 communities in New York and New Jersey where Sandy, one of the worst storms to hit the U.S., wreaked havoc. Additionally, the firm has hired more than 120 local temporary workers to help oversee ...
By Arcadis
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Vizcaya Museum unveils new flood mitigation system ahead of hurricane season
After a powerful hurricane left devastating damage to Miami’s historic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, the historic estate has unveiled a flood mitigation system they hope will prevent any future water damage. The unveiling of the new system, Tuesday, comes after the historic estate, which dates back to the early 20th century, suffered extensive flooding during Hurricane Irma nearly four years ...
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Texas Seeks Disaster Assistance After Flooding Rains
AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Rick Perry today requested that President George W. Bush declare major disaster areas for Bosque, Cooke, Coryell, Denton, Grayson, Lampasas, and Tarrant counties due to severe storms, flooding and tornado damage in North Texas that occurred from June 16 through June 18, 2007. The governor has asked for an expedited declaration. On Tuesday, the governor issued a state ...
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After the Fire – Steps a Property Owner Should Take Following Damage to a Commercial or Residential Property
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), as recently as 2013, fires caused an estimated $11.5 billion in direct property loss in the United States. The NFPA also reports that year there were approximately 487,500 structure fires and every 85 seconds there was a fire reported in a home. While no one ever expects a fire to impact their home or business, these statistics show just ...
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Jacquard fabric is made from a variety of fibers
Jacquard fabric is made from a variety of fibers such as silk, cotton or wool to create versatile woven patterns including brocade, damask and tapestry. Precondition the fabric with dry foam or a thin layer of upholstery preconditioner before spot cleaning or stain removal. Remove any accumulated dirt or soil from jacquard pieces. Dust the surface lightly Fire Resistant Fabrics with a soft ...
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Sterlitech Announces New 150 mm Glass Filter Holder System
Sterlitech Corporation today introduced its 150 mm Glass Vacuum Filtration System, the largest glass assembly in its line of glassware for liquid filtration. This new option increases filtering capacity by 67% while still preventing filter bypass. Both rough debris removal and bacterial filtration can be accomplished using this single assembly. “Customers across several markets have ...
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EPA’s $2.48 million grant will support efforts to improve air quality, protect people, in Idaho’s West Silver Valley
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has received a $2.48 million EPA grant to reduce pollution and protect air quality in northern Idaho’s West Silver Valley. The grant is part of EPA’s 2015 Targeted Air Shed Grant Program. The West Silver Valley proposal aims to reduce harmful particulate matter emissions from wood stoves and open burning in the valley. Planned projects ...
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Federal and state responders continue mop-up operations at scene of Friday’s fire and toxic chemical spill on warm springs road in Boise, ID (WA)
Federal responders from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency are spending a third day cleaning up the remains of a toxic chemical spill associated with the two alarm fire on Friday(10/22) in a rural area on the outskirts of Boise, Idaho. The state of Idaho requested EPA’s help on Friday afternoon, when a fire on private property near East Junior High School (6275 Warm Springs Avenue) ...
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Surf rake beach cleaner aids in hurricane cleanup
Even though Hurricane Sandy occurred several months ago, the cleanup effort is still in full swing and will continue for some time to come. The beach cleanup process includes returning sand back to the beach, removing large debris, and purifying the sand with a beach cleaning machine. In the video bellow, the SURF RAKE partners with a rock rake to purify sand after it has been returned to the ...
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The Big Greasy
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, September 16, 2005 (ENS) - Four major oil spills and dozens of smaller ones have released at least 7.2 million gallons of oil into Louisiana waters as a result of Hurricane Katrina, U.S. Coast Guard figures show. Most of that oil has gone into the Mississippi River and downstream into the Gulf of Mexico. The largest spill is 3.78 million gallons discharged from Bass ...
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EPA opens drop-off site for hazardous waste, white goods and electronic equipment from joplin tornado; curbside pickup also an option
As the process of debris removal from the Joplin, Mo., tornado continues, EPA has established a special drop-off site for household hazardous waste, white goods and electronic equipment. Those materials and items will be accepted between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily at the city’s former Lone Elm Wastewater Treatment Plant, 2310 North Lone Elm Road, in Joplin. Residents of tornado-affected areas ...
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Landslide in central China traps 60 people in mining town
A midnight landslide at a mining community in central China buried several dormitories and homes, leaving more than 60 people missing, local authorities said Wednesday. The provincial government of Shaanxi said 15 dormitories belonging to the Wuzhou Mining Co. were buried along with three homes in the mountainous county of Shanyang, and that 14 people had been rescued. It said authorities have ...
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Hydro Excavator Low Profile Series Demonstration (Video)
“Vac-Tron’s Low profile series has quickly become a much needed hydro excavator on jobsites around the country. The LP series is Vac-Tron’s number one acquired hydro excavator by companies and municipalities and will be the most used piece of equipment in your fleet.” LP Series Vacuum Excavator There are many different models and options for the LP Series, including a ...
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An Interview with the Inventor
I sat down for an interview with the inventor of the Marina Trash Skimmer (MTS) recently in order to give you a better understanding of the product and the man who created it. He has a lot to teach us about this incredible product and the need for action. Marina Accessories (MAI): Hi Louis, I’m really glad we could get the chance to talk. Louis Pasoz (LP): Me too! Thanks for having me. ...
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EPA update on Yellowstone River oil spill (Silvertip Pipeline), July 19, 2011
The river levels continue to drop, giving our assessment and cleanup crews more access to vegetation and shoreline. The crews have assessed approximately 47 river miles of shoreline. We are finding numerous, heavily oiled flood debris piles at various locations along the shoreline and on the islands. Since no two piles are alike, the Unified Command is investigating a variety of options to use ...
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Singhal Industries Pvt. Ltd. Introduces Revolutionary Pond Liner Resistant to UV Rays
If you're a pond owner, you know how important it is to have a reliable liner that can withstand the elements. Singhal Industries Pvt. Ltd. has recently released a new pond liner that is resistant to UV rays, ensuring that your pond stays protected and functional for years to come. Read on to learn more about this innovative product. The problem with traditional pond liners. Traditional pond ...
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Air monitoring results for particulate matter, asbestos posted on EPA`s Joplin tornado web page; no health concerns so far
EPA Region 7 is sharing online the results of its ongoing air monitoring activities within the Joplin, Mo., tornado impact zone. So far, the data from Region 7’s air sampling for asbestos and particulate matter, which began May 28, has not indicated any health-related concerns. As additional data is collected and analyzed, EPA will post those results at www.epa.gov/joplin, which also ...
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Further rain and high winds are expected in the South West
Further rain and high winds are expected in the South West overnight from Sunday into Monday. Widespread rainfall of 20-30mm is expected during the early hours of Monday morning, with the possibility of up to 40-50mm on high ground, such as Dartmoor. Although most rivers have receded from the peaks seen over Christmas, they are full and the ground is saturated, which means there is an increased ...
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AECOM Launches New RACERTM Remediation Cost Estimating Tool
AECOM has released the newest version of its Remedial Action Cost Engineering and Requirements (RACERTM) software -- a widely-used cost estimating software developed for environmental remediation and restoration projects. An industry standard for environmental liability valuation and due diligence, RACER is used by corporations, consultants, government agencies ...
By AECOM
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Planned Demolition of Thousands of Hurricane Damaged Structures in Puerto Rico Raises Health and Safety Concerns
Earlier this spring, The New York Times and dozens of other media outlets published reports about a plan announced by the government of Puerto Rico to demolish structures that were heavily damaged by Hurricane Maria. According to the media reports, government officials are seeking $400 million in federal funds to demolish 16,000 structures across the islands. The removal of the damaged ...
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