EPA Funding Boom Means Dollars for Local Projects
One result of increased EPA grant money going to state and local governments will be uptick in activity on many local environmental projects — which will translate into news.
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Federal Crystal Ball Predicts Numerous Wildfire Hotspots
The National Interagency Fire Center maintains an ongoing set of wildfire forecasts, covering time periods ranging from daily to the full wildfire season.
Human Health Threats from Animals Are Imported Every Day
About 200 million animals, from more than 190 countries, are imported into the United States every year, according to a team of investigators that published its findings in the May 1, 2009, issue of the journal Science. Many can spread serious diseases.
Public Risks from Chemical Facilities Aren't Just Theoretical
Accidents and criminal actions at private and government facilities continue to threaten millions of people. Find the accident history in counties you cover.
3 Die in Ark. Tank Explosion
"An empty gasoline tank undergoing repairs exploded Tuesday at a fuel storage facility in rural north-central Arkansas, killing three workers, authorities said."
Source: AP, 05/13/2009
"Parasitic Flies Turn Fire Ants into Zombies"
Texas researchers say tiny flies that turn fire ants into zombies by eathing their brains may aid pest management.
Source: McClatchy, 05/13/2009
No Easy Solutions for Great Salt Lake Mercury
A USGS expert says the solution to problems with mercury plaguing Great Salt Lake will require more than just eliminating local sources. Also key are how it turns into harmful methylmercury and spreads through the food web.
Source: AP, 05/13/2009
"Obama Orders EPA to Take the Lead in Bay Cleanup"
President Obama issued an executive order empowering EPA to set a more demanding timetable for cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay and to penalize states that fail to meet it.
Source: WashPost, 05/13/2009
Senate Confirms FEMA Boss After Vitter Delay
"The Senate confirmed Craig Fugate as administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency on Tuesday, hours after Sen. David Vitter, R-La., dropped his hold on the nominee."
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune, 05/13/2009
"White House Memo Challenges EPA Finding on Warming"
A secret White House memo said a single federal agency complained about the cost of regulations that could result from an EPA finding that greenhouse emissions endanger health and the environment.
Source: AP, 05/13/2009
