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fromFast Company
1 day ago
California

50,000 California residents are waiting to see if officials can keep this chemical tank from exploding

California
fromFast Company
1 day ago

50,000 California residents are waiting to see if officials can keep this chemical tank from exploding

A methyl methacrylate tank crack in Garden Grove prompted evacuations while crews cooled it, monitored air for leaks, and worked to relieve pressure to prevent explosion.
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Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
2 weeks ago

Neighbors say Downtown Brooklyn jail construction site dust and debris are entering their homes

Residents near the Downtown Brooklyn jail construction site report ongoing dust, debris, and unknown substances entering homes, with no air monitoring and no lasting improvement after a stop-work order.
London
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Asbestos concerns emerge after inferno tears through former Jute Factory in Waterford

Asbestos-containing materials were found in fire-damaged structure and debris, prompting precautionary external clean-up and ongoing air monitoring.
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Bay Area health agency report reveals what sparked complaints about refinery odor

Martinez Refining Company released 1,075 pounds of sulfur dioxide during a flaring event caused by an electrical issue; odors reported, no injuries or exposures.
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Bay Area health agency report reveals what sparked complaints about refinery odor

Martinez Refining flaring released 1,075 pounds of sulfur dioxide from an electrical upset, causing odors but no reported injuries or exposures above health limits.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Mexico moves to combat pollution following Guardian investigations

Mexican government will enforce industrial pollution controls, implement a Latin America-first atmospheric monitoring network, levy fines and update air and soil contamination standards.
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