Tag: home safety
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Queensland Braces for Wild Christmas Week as Severe Storms Loom and Heat Eases
Overview: Stormy Week Ahead for Queensland Queenslanders are waking up to a weather warning that could redefine the festive season. The Bureau of Meteorology projects a wet, stormy Christmas across the state, with widespread thunderstorm activity anticipated over the next several days. While temperatures are easing from recent heat, the combination of heavy rainfall and…
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Aussie family finds rare ‘colony’ living in Christmas tree box after noticing ‘strong smell’
Unexpected Discovery Amid Holiday Preparations As many Australian families eagerly brought their Christmas trees out of storage, a Sydney household faced an unusual and unsettling surprise. After lifting the box into their living room, a ‘strong smell’ tipped them off that something wasn’t right. What followed was a discovery that would add an extraordinary chapter…
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Sydney Family Finds Rare Insect Colony in Christmas Tree Box After Strong Smell
What started as a festive anticipation turned into a surprising discovery Many Australians look forward to the holiday season by bringing home a fresh Christmas tree. But a Sydney family’s excitement gave way to curiosity and caution when a strong, unusual odor wafted from the tree-storing box. What seemed like a routine setup quickly revealed…
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Saint John Urges Residents to Prepare for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
Weather forecast and EMO alert The Saint John Emergency Management Organization (EMO) is advising residents to get ready as a powerful weather system is expected to deliver heavy rainfall and strong winds on Friday. Forecasts indicate up to 30 millimeters of rain could fall, while gusts may exceed 100 km/h. With snowmelt likely to interact…
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Asbestos in kids’ magic sand: what parents need to know and do next
What happened and why it matters Parental instincts kick in when a product meant for play raises serious health concerns. Reports of asbestos in certain kids’ magic sand or similar sensory toys have prompted warnings from health authorities and a wave of questions from worried families. Asbestos exposure, even at low levels, is a serious…
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Storm Claudia: Tree Down on Bungalow as Winds Hit Greater Manchester
Storm Claudia Sweeps Across Greater Manchester As Storm Claudia swept across northern England, residents in Greater Manchester experienced powerful winds and heavy rain that caused damage, travel disruption, and urgent safety concerns. The weather system brought gusts that battered roofs, trees, and roads, prompting checks on public safety and rapid responses from emergency services. Tree…
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Kiwi mum in WA faces long recovery after firebomb attack; GoFundMe launches support for family needs
A Kiwi mother fights for a fresh start after a feared attack In Western Australia, a Kiwi mother is confronting a long road to recovery after a firebomb attack on her home. The incident has left her and her children counting the days as they navigate hospital visits, repairs, and the emotional toll of a…
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Making Every Filipino Home Safe: Strengthening Disaster-Resilient Living
Introduction: A Call to Safer Homes in a Risk-Prone Nation Recent seismic activity around Davao Oriental and a spate of disasters across the Philippines underscore a critical truth: every Filipino home should be designed, built, and maintained to withstand earthquakes, floods, and other natural hazards. As the country observes International Disaster Risk Reduction Day, it…
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Make Every Filipino Home Safe and Secure from Disasters
Introduction: A Call to Safer Homes for a Resilient Nation Every Filipino home deserves protection from the growing threat of earthquakes, floods, and other natural hazards. The recent doublet earthquake in Davao Oriental, followed by record-breaking active disaster events, underscores the urgency of a comprehensive approach to disaster risk reduction. International Disaster Risk Reduction Day…
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What to Do Before Extreme Weather Hits Drammen
Understanding the Warning Signals As extreme weather approaches, authorities issue multiple alerts to help residents prepare. In the Drammen region, forecasters have issued a combination of warnings for heavy rain, floods and strong winds. In some nearby areas, rainfall can reach levels not seen for more than a decade, and wind gusts may topple unsecured…