Archive for August, 2011

Oil Pipeline Spill

Saturday, August 20th, 2011

Alberta regulators have approved the restart of an oil pipeline which caused the worst spill in the province in 40 years, nearly four months after the Rainbow pipeline leaked 2,800 barrels of crude onto northern muskeg.

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Lead Poisoning Can Be Critical

Saturday, August 6th, 2011

Lead poisoning can lead to critical, lasting health problems among children and adults who are exposed to it. Low level exposure to lead can cause mental deficiencies, hearing impairment, and behavioral problems among children. EPA is spearheading the resolution of the lead contamination problems at the Puerto Rico Battery Recycling Facility in Arecibo. Working with EPA are the … Read More...