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EPA announces actions on two chemicals to reduce harm to people
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released action plans to address the potential health risks of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), toluene diisocyanate (TDI), and related compounds. Americans may be exposed to these chemicals when they are used in certain applications such as spray foam insulation, sealing concrete or finishing floors. The action plans are part of Administrator Lisa P. Jackson’s commitment to enhance EPA’s chemical management program. The plans identify a range of actions the agency is considering under the authority of the Toxic Substances Control ... |
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New funding for local flood rescue teams
More than £820,000 has been given to 16 emergency and voluntary groups by Defra to buy rescue equipment and train them to deal with local flood emergencies.
The money will be used to buy vital rescue equipment such as boats and emergency response training for their teams.
Announcing the new funding, Environment Minister Richard Benyon said:
"In the event of a large-scale flood, it is important that we can call upon manpower and equipment from a wide range of emergency services and voluntary groups.
"Through this scheme we have already provided 35 grants to flood ... |
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