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18 million UK drivers could end up in deep water
More than half of UK drivers would endanger themselves and their vehicles by driving through moving flood water, according to a joint Environment Agency and AA survey. Environment Agency and AA survey reveals that over half of UK drivers would risk crossing dangerous flood water More than half (54%) of UK drivers would endanger themselves and their vehicles by driving through moving flood ...
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500,000 Gallon Water Storage Tank — South Williamsport, PA
The DN Tanks crew mobilized to South Williamsport, Pennsylvania and construction is underway for the 500,000 gallon water storage tank. The concrete floor has been poured and the crew is flooding water onto the floor to cure the concrete. Wall and dome roof panel casting are next in the process, followed by wall panel erection. ...
By DN Tanks
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Drastic response to mississippi flood
Flames shot up and a loud boom was heard on Monday 2nd May as the US government blew a hole in a Mississippi River flood levee in a bid to save several towns in Illinois and Kentucky from being inundated. A witness said water began to pour out of the hole after the explosion, and is expected to flood some 130,000 acres of farmland in Missouri in order to spare the towns. The deliberate ...
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With flooding in the forecast this spring, quickly filling sandbags may be the answer for protection
The last thing anyone wants to do is fill sandbags to protect their communities from rising flood waters. With the flood forecasts for this spring, sandbagging may be required but with the SandMaster, filling large quantities of sandbags can be done very quickly. With the capability of creating and placing 15,000-18,000 sandbags in a 24 hour period, the SandMaster may just be the difference ...
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18 million UK drivers could end up in deep water
More than half (54%) of UK drivers would endanger themselves and their vehicles by driving through moving flood water, according to a joint Environment Agency and AA survey. The research of 21,165 AA members, carried out by Populus*, also revealed that more than a quarter (27%) of respondents would drive through moving flood water deeper than 30cm, which is enough to move a car. The Environment ...
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Residents urged to move and secure potentially hazardous items in advance of rising floodwaters along the Missouri river
As the risks of new flooding along portions of the Missouri River continue to exist, EPA Region 7 is urging residents of those areas to consider moving potentially hazardous items to safer locations in advance of rising waters. During past flooding events in the Midwest, EPA has partnered with various local, state, and tribal governments to respond under the authority of the federal Oil ...
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Transylvania Flash Floods Defanged - NoFloods Spring Demo Tour In Romania
In June 2018, Romania was hit by heavy rains which increased the water levels in rivers and lakes, thus creating floods in most areas within the country. One of the cities where flooding was highly devastating was Bacău. There, water levels were high and it even exceeded 3 meters in some areas. This was an extreme case isolated to specific areas, whereas in most common floods, water ...
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Truck Logistics Force Majeure Due To Flooding – 5/02/2017
The Midwest has experienced considerable rainfall which has resulted in significant flooding along the Mississippi and Meramec Rivers. The State of Missouri has declared a state of emergency due to the flooding situation. Mississippi Lime is declaring a force majeure related to truck logistics from our facility in Ste. Genevieve, MO. These flood conditions do not affect our ability to operate ...
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Communities urged to stay safe and check their flood risk as more rain forecast next week
There is a continued heightened flood risk across southern England following severe weather over the Christmas period. More rain is expected early next week which could cause further flooding, especially in areas where ground is already saturated. The Environment Agency is urging people to check their flood risk and avoid walking or driving through flood water. Environment Agency teams have ...
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Protects homes from flooding
We all know someone who has been affected by flooding. The unrest of knowing that water can flow into your home, destroying memories. We at Wapro understand that this causes distress. In the seaside town Rhyl in Wales, UK, studies have shown that the level of protection of the storm-hit coastal flood defenses between Splash Point and the east end of Rhyl golf course is now so low that ...
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Green light for Linwood Tyre Recycling Plant
The approval was given against Scottish Environment Protection Agency advice that the site was a flood risk. As a result, the planning will be called in by Scottish ministers before getting final approval.The SSH Recycling location is on a brownfield site, which shows the previous occupation was accepted.A report presented to the board said the applicant identified measures which addressed flood ...
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Communities across southern and south west England urged to prepare for the risk of flooding
Heavy rain and high winds are sweeping across England today and overnight, bringing an increased risk of flooding from swollen rivers and surface water on roads to many parts of the country. The areas at risk of flooding are particularly southern, south west, central and eastern England through today and Christmas Eve. Coastal paths and promenades will be highly dangerous, with an increased ...
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Spring Floods Inundate States Across the Central Plains
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (ENS) – Across the Central Plains states from Texas to North Dakota flood warnings are in effect, and flood waters now cover thousands of acres of agricultural land, state highways, and county roads. Numerous and widespread rounds of showers and thunderstorms over the weekend led to flooding of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers throughout Kansas, Iowa, Missouri and Nebraska. ...
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Drivers urged to `think not sink` and be `floodaware` as heavy rain hits Christmas getaway
Communities across southern and south west England urged to prepare for risk of flooding. Heavy rain and high winds Heavy rain and high winds are set to sweep back in to England on Monday bringing an increased risk of flooding from swollen rivers and surface water collected on roads to many parts of the country, particularly southern and south west England. The Environment Agency and Met ...
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Together we’re ready for recovery
Overall command of the response to the flooding crisis in Somerset has formally passed from the police to a joint operation led by Somerset County Council. The joint agreement, which was signed on Friday, sees six key points confirmed and moves the floods crisis from an emergency phase – known as “Response” – to a new level, “Recovery”. One of the key points ...
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Parents urged to be half term flood aware
The multi agency emergency response team has repeated its warning to parents to be aware of potential dangers of floodwater on the Somerset Levels during the half term week. Many parents may be out and about over the coming week with their children, who are on holiday from school. Some may be visiting the Somerset area but we want to urge them to take care and plan their trip carefully, ...
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Communities urged to stay safe and protect themselves and their homes from flooding
More rain will bring further disruption Another band of heavy rain is expected on Boxing Day evening into Friday, the Environment Agency is urging people to be prepared for flooding and stay safe. The Environment Agency is warning of more significant disruption across southern England. It is possible that heavy rain may worsen the current flooding situation in some areas with rivers responding ...
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Communities urged to take action to protect themselves and their homes from flooding
Risk of flooding continues across south and south west England. With the Met Office reporting 30 to 60 mm of rainfall across southern England over the last 24 hours, many rivers including the Medway, Severn and Thames continue to respond, bringing a risk of flooding over the next three days. Prepare for flooding and listen to advice We have issued a severe flood warning, for the river Mole at ...
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Quick Sandbagging for Spring Flooding 2014
According to NOAA’s Spring Outlook for 2014, rivers in half of the continental USA are at minor or moderate risks of flooding this spring. The SandMaster sandbagging attachment may be just what your community needs to provide the protection when a flood event threatens your area. With the ability to fill, transport, securely close and place the bags where they are needed with a fraction ...
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Nation’s Leading Environmental Laboratory Provides Support for North Dakota Flood Victims
Water levels rising at up to 11 inches an hour on Friday have caused the Souris River in North Dakota to exceed historic flood levels. Flood waters have already reached some rooftops and as many as 4,400 homes and 200 businesses may be flooded. Peak water levels are expected between Saturday and Sunday. Thousands of families have been evacuated and must now wait until the flood waters recede. ...
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