Heavy rains are back in western Washington, and with them comes a flood watch for a big chunk of the region. This isn't just a drizzle; we're talking about a serious weather situation that could cause some serious trouble. The National Weather Service (NWS) put out the flood watch early Monday morn
Heavy rain has caused a levee to break near Seattle. This has led to evacuations in the area. The levee was supposed to protect over 30, 000 people. But now, the Green River is rising fast. It's the highest it's been in 60 years. The rain is not stopping. More is expected this week. This could make
Heavy metals from fracking wastewater are sneaking into our environment and putting people, especially kids, at risk. This isn't just about pollution—it's about real health dangers lurking in the dirt and water near drilling sites. Scientists recently dug deep into sediment samples from oil and gas
Heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury are sneaky troublemakers. They hide in food, water, and air, causing serious problems for pregnant women and their babies. These metals can lead to miscarriages, low birth weight, early deliveries, and even developmental issues in kids. They work by creat
Industries in North China are releasing harmful gases that are making air quality worse. These gases, called Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), are not just bad for the environment but also for human health. A recent study looked at 28 companies from 13 different industries to understand the impact
Heavy rain has caused serious flooding in Central Texas, with many people still missing. The worst hit areas include Burnet County, where a Flash Flood Emergency was declared after 6-12 inches of rain fell in just one day. Rescue teams have been busy saving people from the rising waters, especially
Heavy rain has been pouring down in central Texas, causing serious trouble. The Guadalupe River in Kerr County and other areas have seen dangerous flooding. Sadly, lives have been lost, but officials are still figuring out how many. They are working hard to identify those who have passed away. The
Heavy rain caused a mudslide that blocked a storm drain, flooding the northbound lanes of a rural interstate in southern West Virginia. This left thousands of drivers stuck on the highway for over eight hours. The traffic jam stretched for 12 miles near Charleston, the state capital, with no detours
Heavy metals in urban waterways are a big problem. These pollutants, mainly zinc, cadmium, and nickel, come from human activities. They stick around and cause harm to both nature and people. Scientists have been looking into a unique solution: bacteria that can eat away at these metals. Enter ureas
Heavy metals like copper and lead are big troublemakers in wastewater. They can cause serious health issues and environmental damage. So, scientists are always looking for better ways to remove these nasty pollutants. One promising method is called capacitive deionization (CDI). This process uses sp
