Monthly Archives: July 2019

Hot Pavement Is More Dangerous Than You Realize

Posted on July 31, 2019 by Kevin

From Gizmodo Ed Cara Doctors at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas are warning about a less-recognized danger of summer heat: pavement burns. Their recent study suggests that people in hot places can end up in the hospital with serious … Continue reading →

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Be A West Nile Watcher

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Kevin

Reduce the Risk of West Nile Virus–Be on the Lookout for Mosquitoes and Dead Birds   First come the hot days of summer, then the warm summer nights soon follow–and those warm nights actually increase the risk of West Nile virus … Continue reading →

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How to Pet a Cat, According to Science

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Kevin

From Real Clear Science – By Lauren Robin Finka Many of us will have experienced that super friendly cat who seems to love being stroked one minute, only to bite or swipe at us the next. It might be easy at … Continue reading →

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One Giant Leap – 50 years since the first moon walk

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Kevin

On July 20, 1969 at 10:56 p.m. EDT Neil Armstrong became the the first human to plant their foot on another world. With more than half a billion people watching on television, he climbed down the ladder and proclaims: “That’s … Continue reading →

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Earthquake Outlook for the San Francisco Bay Region 2014–2043

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Kevin

USGS – Earthquake Outlook for the San Francisco Bay Region 2014–2043

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Rabies: A Forgotten Killer. Are You at Risk for this Deadly Disease?

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Kevin

https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/rabies/index.html

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Earthquakes – Know Your Risks for Where You Live

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Kevin

No matter where you live or work, you are exposed to natural hazards. Many of these hazards may be known to you, but possibly not well understood. For instance, earthquakes occur without warning and effect everyone in a region within … Continue reading →

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The Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Kevin

The Earthquake Country Alliance has worked with experts in earthquake science, preparedness, and mitigation to develop this step-by-step guide for staying safe before, during, and after an earthquake. Start with the simple tips within each step and then build on … Continue reading →

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