Category : Search result: hazardous pollution


Man arrested in UK's 'biggest ever' fly-tip case

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the UK's largest fly-tip, a 20ft-high hazardous waste pile threatening the River Cherwell. Read the latest on this environmental disaster.

Pollution Crisis Hits English Bathing Waters

One in seven English bathing waters rated as polluted, with famous beaches like Scarborough South Bay and Bognor Regis not recommended for swimming. Discover the shocking truth behind England's water quality crisis.

Huge Fire on Cargo Ship at Port of Los Angeles

Nearly 200 firefighters battled a major blaze and explosion on a cargo ship carrying hazardous materials. All crew were safely evacuated. Air quality is being monitored.

US toxic sites at risk from sea level rise

A new study reveals thousands of hazardous US sites face flooding from sea level rise, threatening public health. Urgent climate action is needed to mitigate risks.

500ft Fly-Tip Mountain Threatens Oxfordshire River

A 500ft-long mountain of hazardous waste illegally dumped in Oxfordshire threatens the River Cherwell with toxic runoff, prompting an Environment Agency probe. Report information anonymously.

Ammonia gas leak in Oklahoma sickens dozens

A toxic ammonia gas leak from a tanker truck in Weatherford, Oklahoma, has hospitalised dozens and forced mass evacuations. Authorities are investigating the cause. Follow for live updates.

White Powder Security Scare at Joint Base Andrews

A major security alert unfolded at Joint Base Andrews when a suspicious package containing mysterious white powder was discovered, prompting a full-scale emergency response and hazardous materials investigation.

Air Pollution Clean-Up May Speed Global Warming

Groundbreaking research reveals a shocking climate contradiction - while some pollutants cool our planet, cleaning them up could accelerate temperature rise. Scientists warn of an environmental dilemma that demands immediate attention.

Water firms may charge twice for sewage fixes

Environmental campaigners take regulator Ofwat to court over controversial plans allowing water companies to bill customers twice for tackling sewage pollution crises.

Hanoi's canal pollution crisis exposed by scientists

Groundbreaking research reveals severe contamination in Hanoi's canal network, with pollution levels up to 40 times higher than national safety standards, posing significant health risks to millions.

Child dies in London hazardous materials incident

A young child has died following a hazardous materials emergency in London, prompting a major response from multiple emergency services. The incident occurred in a residential property with a second child hospitalised.

Child dies in Newham hazardous material incident

A major emergency response unfolded in East London as a child tragically died following exposure to hazardous materials, with multiple people hospitalized and ongoing decontamination efforts.

Child dies in London hazardous materials incident

A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.

Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution

Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.

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