Utah is the first state in the nation to ban fluoride from public drinking water. This move has been met with opposition by dentists and health organizations, who warned that the decision would lead to medical issues disproportionately affecting low-income areas. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox has signed a bill that prevents cities and towns from adding the mineral to water … [Read more...] about Utah Becomes First State to Ban Fluoride in Public Drinking Water
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Hawaiian Volcano Kilauea Erupting Again
Kilauea, the volcano on Hawaii's Big Island, began spitting lava again on Tuesday. Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. It has been erupting intermittently since Dec. 23, when it first erupted. The eruption is taking place in the summit crater of the volcano within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Lava has not threatened any residential areas. The … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Volcano Kilauea Erupting Again
What Do the Leaked First Responder Training Docs Reveal?
Hackers stole documents this week from the Texas-based Lexipol private company, which produces training manuals and guidelines for first responders. Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoSecrets), a nonprofit group hosting data leaks, received about 8,543 files, including manuals for policy, training, and procedures, from a group calling itself "the pupgirl hacker polycule." … [Read more...] about What Do the Leaked First Responder Training Docs Reveal?
Raging Los Angeles Wildfires May Be Spewing Hidden Toxic Threats into the Air
Concerns about airborne hazards are being raised by the infernal fires burning in Southern California. Experts warn that even after the fires have been extinguished, the contaminants in the air from the destroyed structures -- some of which may contain toxic materials -- can linger and pose health risks. Although the exact number of buildings that have been destroyed is … [Read more...] about Raging Los Angeles Wildfires May Be Spewing Hidden Toxic Threats into the Air
Polar Vortex to Deliver Dangerous Cold Across the U.S. This Weekend
The temperatures are predicted to drop dramatically over the weekend bringing dangerous conditions to many parts of the United States. This weekend, temperatures will be below-freezing in many parts of the United States. They'll continue to drop into the next week. Monday is also the day for two important national events: the inauguration of President-elect Trump … [Read more...] about Polar Vortex to Deliver Dangerous Cold Across the U.S. This Weekend