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#red-sea
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1 day ago
Boston Red Sox

EU mission starts Red Sea oil tanker salvage DW 09/15/2024

The EU and Greek authorities are conducting a salvage operation on the burning oil tanker Sounion to prevent an environmental disaster in the Red Sea. [ more ]
Fortune
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Salvagers abandon burning oil tanker, spill could be 'four times the size of exxon valdez

The ongoing situation with the burning oil tanker Sounion poses significant environmental risks, particularly a potential major oil spill in the Red Sea. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.

Israeli airstrikes continue to cause significant civilian casualties in the West Bank, with increasing tensions following the ongoing conflict in Gaza. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Environment

Oil spill, fertilizer leak from sinking of cargo ship highlight risks to Red Sea from Houthi attacks

Fishing industry, coral reefs, desalination plants at risk from Red Sea shipwreck.
Houthi rebels target vessels in Red Sea, causing environmental concerns. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 day ago
Boston Red Sox

EU mission starts Red Sea oil tanker salvage DW 09/15/2024

The EU and Greek authorities are conducting a salvage operation on the burning oil tanker Sounion to prevent an environmental disaster in the Red Sea. [ more ]
Fortune
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Salvagers abandon burning oil tanker, spill could be 'four times the size of exxon valdez

The ongoing situation with the burning oil tanker Sounion poses significant environmental risks, particularly a potential major oil spill in the Red Sea. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
World politics

Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.

Israeli airstrikes continue to cause significant civilian casualties in the West Bank, with increasing tensions following the ongoing conflict in Gaza. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Environment

Oil spill, fertilizer leak from sinking of cargo ship highlight risks to Red Sea from Houthi attacks

Fishing industry, coral reefs, desalination plants at risk from Red Sea shipwreck.
Houthi rebels target vessels in Red Sea, causing environmental concerns. [ more ]
morered-sea
#wildfire
Sacramento Bee
1 week ago
California

Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Sep. 7

A new wildfire named Montiel was reported in San Diego County with an undetermined cause. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
California

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Fresno County on Aug. 18

The Glow Fire in Fresno County has been burning for two weeks with an undetermined cause. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 week ago
California

Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Sep. 7

A new wildfire named Montiel was reported in San Diego County with an undetermined cause. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
California

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Fresno County on Aug. 18

The Glow Fire in Fresno County has been burning for two weeks with an undetermined cause. [ more ]
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#greece
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
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1 week ago
OMG science

Mass fish die-off in Greece: The search for answers begins DW 09/03/2024

Greece faces severe environmental disasters, showcased by a massive fish die-off caused by extreme weather and mismanagement of Lake Karla. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Mass fish die-off in Volos: The search for answers has begun DW 09/03/2024

Greece faces severe environmental crises, culminating in a massive fish die-off linked to extreme weather and inadequate monitoring of aquatic ecosystems. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Greece declares state of emergency over flood of dead fish DW 08/31/2024

Greece has declared a state of emergency in Volos due to a mass die-off of freshwater fish, attributing it to past severe floods and drought. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Mass fish die-off in Greece: The search for answers begins DW 09/03/2024

Greece faces severe environmental disasters, showcased by a massive fish die-off caused by extreme weather and mismanagement of Lake Karla. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Mass fish die-off in Volos: The search for answers has begun DW 09/03/2024

Greece faces severe environmental crises, culminating in a massive fish die-off linked to extreme weather and inadequate monitoring of aquatic ecosystems. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Greece declares state of emergency over flood of dead fish DW 08/31/2024

Greece has declared a state of emergency in Volos due to a mass die-off of freshwater fish, attributing it to past severe floods and drought. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

100-Plus Tons of Dead Fish, and Their Smell, Swamp a Greek Port City

The mass die-off of fish in Volos, Greece, highlights the severe impact of climate change on local ecosystems and economies. [ more ]
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#oil-spill
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Houthi operatives placed explosives on a tanker and detonated them, risking a catastrophic oil spill in the Red Sea

The Houthis' actions risk a catastrophic oil spill and threaten maritime safety and ecological stability. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Preventing environmental damage from oil spills DW 07/25/2024

Authorities are working to contain an oil spill from a capsized tanker to prevent an environmental disaster.
Efficient cleanup of oil spills depends on factors like oil type, amount, location, and quick response before dispersal.
One method to control oil spills is using booms as barriers to prevent spread, skimmer machines to suction oil, and reusing processed oil. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
California

Oil sheen confirmed off Huntington Beach; Coast Guard investigating

The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating a potential oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach in Orange County.
Local officials, including Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner and Supervisor Katrina Foley, are actively engaged in addressing the situation. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Houthi operatives placed explosives on a tanker and detonated them, risking a catastrophic oil spill in the Red Sea

The Houthis' actions risk a catastrophic oil spill and threaten maritime safety and ecological stability. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Preventing environmental damage from oil spills DW 07/25/2024

Authorities are working to contain an oil spill from a capsized tanker to prevent an environmental disaster.
Efficient cleanup of oil spills depends on factors like oil type, amount, location, and quick response before dispersal.
One method to control oil spills is using booms as barriers to prevent spread, skimmer machines to suction oil, and reusing processed oil. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
6 months ago
California

Oil sheen confirmed off Huntington Beach; Coast Guard investigating

The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating a potential oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach in Orange County.
Local officials, including Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner and Supervisor Katrina Foley, are actively engaged in addressing the situation. [ more ]
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#volos
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Over 100 tons of dead fish clog a Greek tourist port after extreme climate fluctuations

The mass fish die-off in Volos, Greece, is linked to climatic changes and has severely impacted local businesses. Recovery efforts are underway. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Greece tourist port flooded with hundreds of thousands of dead fish

The flooding last year caused a significant environmental issue in Volos, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dead fish flooding the port. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Over 100 tons of dead fish clog a Greek tourist port after extreme climate fluctuations

The mass fish die-off in Volos, Greece, is linked to climatic changes and has severely impacted local businesses. Recovery efforts are underway. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Greece tourist port flooded with hundreds of thousands of dead fish

The flooding last year caused a significant environmental issue in Volos, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dead fish flooding the port. [ more ]
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High Country News
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Preventing the next 'Fukushima' - High Country News

Linnton, Oregon faces severe risks from aging fossil fuel infrastructure, particularly the CEI Hub, amid potential catastrophic earthquakes that could devastate communities. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Dragons and Sharks on a Beach Near You: The Story of the Great Lego Spill

A Lego piece discovery highlights the ongoing impacts of the Great Lego Spill, the largest toy-related maritime disaster. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
OMG science

Can Poland save the Oder River from toxic algae blooms? DW 08/22/2024

Poland combats algae blooms in the Oder River to prevent ecological disasters after previous fish die-offs.
Hydrogen peroxide is being used to manage toxic golden algae blooms threatening aquatic life. [ more ]
Open Culture
1 month ago
Writing

J. G. Ballard Demystifies Surrealist Paintings by Dali, Magritte, de Chirico & More

J.G. Ballard's early apocalyptic novels explore different visions of environmental disaster and the unconscious mind's connection to surrealism. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
7 months ago
US politics

Biden Is Set to Visit East Palestine, but Is He a Year Too Late?

President Biden will visit East Palestine, Ohio, one year after a train derailment that caused an environmental catastrophe.
Some residents are criticizing Biden for not visiting sooner, while others hope his visit will bring relief and accountability for the incident. [ more ]
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