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Frackers Are Spraying Toxic Wastewater on Pennsylvania Roads Despite Seven-Year Ban
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Siri Lawson and her husband live on a stamp of wooded, hilly land in Warren County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the state’s rural northwest corner. In the summer heat, cars traveling on the county’s dirt roads cast plumes of dust in their wake. Winter’s chill can cause a hazardous film of ice to spawn on paved roads. To protect motorists from both slippery ice and vision-impairing dust, communities across Pennsylvania coat these roads with large, cheap volumes of de-icing and dust-suppressing fluids. In Lawson’s case, her township had been using oil and gas wastewater as a dust suppressant, believing the material was effective.
WJTN News Headlines for Thurs., July 25, 2024
Ecklund declares State of Emergency as homeless numbers in city grows to 300... The homeless issue in the city of Jamestown has reached a crisis stage... with an estimated 300 unauthorized people camping in both public and private lands. With that... Mayor Kim Ecklund has declared a "State of Emergency" in the city because the unauthorized camping is creating "severe impacts on public health, safety, and city resources." In a press statement late Thursday... Ecklund noted there are a number of health and safety concerns... led by the fact some of the individuals are contending with mental health and substance abuse issues... leading to the improper disposal of needles and defecation on public properties, including in the Chadakoin River. She adds the improper disposal of needles significantly heightens the risk of transmitting blood-borne pathogens... such as HIV and Hepatitis B & C. Ecklund says the State of Emergency helps the city bring more public safety... and, other resources to bear from the state and federal governments. She says part of the problem is "enablers" who... out of good intentions... try to help the homeless. However... they are only helping them stay homeless. We have a call into Mayor Ecklund for comment, but, have not heard back.
Jamestown Airport Awarded Grant For Fire Suppressant Testing Equipment
The Jamestown Airport has been awarded a grant to acquire fire suppressant testing equipment. Congressman Nick Langworthy the airport will receive $23,243 as part of the FY24 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This grant will fund the acquisition of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (fire suppressant) input-based testing equipment.
Thunderstorms with pea-sized hail in Warren County Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:23 p.m. on Wednesday for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 p.m. for Warren County. The storms could bring wind gusts of up to 50 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). "At 4:23 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 18 miles southwest of...
Bemus Point School District Embraces Green Transportation with EPA Award
(WNY News Now) – Bemus Point, NY – The Bemus Point School District has been awarded a $400,000 rebate from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to purchase two electric school buses. This funding has unlocked additional rebates and incentives, ensuring the project incurs no extra taxes for the community.
August Warren Worx Public Stakeholder Meeting to be Held at Clarendon VFD; Subcommittee Meeting Dates/Times Set
WARREN, Pa. – The Aug. 14 Warren Worx public stakeholder meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department. According to the meeting agenda, attendees will get an update on the branding initiative with the bulk of the meeting spent discussing subcommittee action items. Those...
Jamestown Hosts 41st Annual World Series of Wheels
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – The Babe Ruth World Series Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the 41st Annual World Series of Wheels, set for Saturday, July 27, 2024, in Jamestown, with a rain date of Sunday, July 28. The World Series of Cars was...
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