Disasters

"DC Circuit Questions LNG By Rail’s ‘Unprecedented’ Hazards"

"A federal appeals court on Friday appeared highly skeptical that the Trump administration had adequately weighed the safety and environmental risks of a rule authorizing rail transport of liquefied natural gas — even as judges questioned whether they should issue a decision yet on the suspended regulation."

Source: E&E News, 09/18/2024

Swimming Banned After Medical Waste Washes Ashore In Md., Va. And Del.

"Officials warned people to stay out of the ocean at several beaches in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia after they said medical waste, including hypodermic needles, washed ashore. The source of the waste was under investigation."

Source: AP, 09/17/2024

"The Mayflies Are Sending Us A Warning About Urban Wildfires"

"A tiny, vibrant world thrives along the rocky bottom of most streams. As sunlight filters through the water, mayfly nymphs, no larger than your fingernail, cling to algae-coated cobbles. Six spindly legs anchor them against the current, while feathery gills wave gently, drawing oxygen from the flowing water."

Source: Washington Post, 09/17/2024

"Tropical Rainstorm Bringing Flooding To Carolinas, Mid-Atlantic"

"A sneaky ocean rainstorm lashed the Carolinas on Monday, bringing ashore strong gusts and coastal and inland flooding to the Mid-Atlantic." "The storm produced up to 18 inches of rain and serious flooding in Carolina Beach, N.C."

Source: Washington Post, 09/17/2024
September 18, 2024

SciLine Media Briefing: Hurricane Aftermath — Damage to Infrastructure, Health and the Environment

SciLine’s next media briefing will describe what scientific research says about the damage hurricanes cause to infrastructure (including homes and local services), the environment (including pollution events and shoreline damage), and health — particularly among already-vulnerable populations. 1-2 p.m. ET.

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