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Oklahoma Ammonia Leak: Dozens Hospitalised, Hundreds Evacuated

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.

Wild Polio Virus Found in German Sewage After 30 Years

Polio detected in Germany after 30 years

The wild polio virus has been identified in a Hamburg sewage sample, the first such discovery in Germany in over three decades. Health officials stress the risk remains low due to high vaccination rates. #PublicHealth

12 Gran Canaria Beaches Closed Due to Marine Pollution Crisis

12 Gran Canaria beaches shut in pollution alert

Tourists shocked as decomposing organic material spill forces closure of at least 12 beaches across six municipalities on Gran Canaria. Authorities investigate source as clean-up continues.

Water Firms Could Charge Twice for Sewage Fixes in Landmark Court Battle

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.

Fountain of Filth: Tourists Recoil as Rome's Historic Water Feature Turns Into Sewage Spectacle

Rome's fountain turns into sewage spectacle

Shocking scenes in Rome as the iconic Barcaccia Fountain transforms into a bubbling cesspool, leaving tourists horrified and authorities scrambling for answers.

Connecticut Water War: Watertown and Waterbury Lock Horns in Multi-Million Pound Sewage Dispute

Connecticut Water War: Towns Clash Over Sewage Costs

A bitter financial dispute over sewage treatment costs has erupted between Watertown and Waterbury, Connecticut, threatening local services and revealing deep tensions between the neighbouring communities.

Philadelphia's Sewage Crisis: Millions of Gallons of Wastewater Flood Local Waterways

Philadelphia Sewage Crisis: Wastewater Floods City

Environmental emergency declared as Philadelphia's ageing sewer systems overflow, dumping millions of gallons of untreated sewage into rivers and streets. Health warnings issued for residents.

Sydney Hospital Gas Attack Horror: Man Dead After Woman Allegedly Sabotages Supply

Sydney hospital gas attack leaves man dead

A man has died and multiple patients were evacuated after a woman allegedly tampered with gas lines at two major Sydney hospitals, causing chaos and emergency lockdowns.

England's Waterways in Crisis: Sewage Spills Surge by 54% as Water Companies Face Mounting Criticism

Sewage spills surge 54% in England's rivers

Shocking new data reveals sewage discharges into England's rivers and seas have skyrocketed, with storm overflows operating for millions of hours despite drought conditions.

Thames Water Crisis: Sewage Spill Closes London's Hammersmith Bridge

Thames Water sewage leak closes Hammersmith Bridge

Major infrastructure failure sees Hammersmith Bridge shut indefinitely after Thames Water sewage leak contaminates River Thames, sparking health and environmental concerns across London.

St Bartholomew's Hospital North Wing Temporarily Closed to Visitors Following Flooding Incident

St Bart's Hospital North Wing closed after flooding

London's historic St Bartholomew's Hospital has temporarily closed its North Wing to visitors after significant flooding caused damage to electrical systems, though patient care continues uninterrupted.

Ibiza's Paradise Lost: Sewage Flood Crisis Turns Dream Holidays Into Nightmare Scenarios

Ibiza sewage flood turns holidays into nightmares

British tourists face holiday horror as raw sewage floods Ibiza's popular resorts, contaminating beaches and forcing desperate visitors to wade through contaminated waters. Health warnings issued as the Mediterranean paradise battles infrastructure collap

The Boat Race Crisis: How Britain's Historic Sporting Events Are Being Tarnished by Pollution Scandals

Sewage Crisis Threatens Britain's Historic Sporting Events

Exclusive investigation reveals how sewage pollution is threatening Britain's most cherished sporting traditions, from The Boat Race to The Grand National, with organisers and athletes speaking out about the environmental emergency.

Labour's Crackdown on Water Boss Bonuses: No Rewards for Pollution Offenders

Labour to block water boss bonuses over pollution

Sir Keir Starmer announces tough new rules blocking water company executives from receiving bonuses if their firms commit serious environmental offences, following public outrage over sewage dumping.

The Toilet Blockage Crisis: Why Flushing Wet Wipes Is Costing Britain Billions

Stop Flushing Wet Wipes: The £100M UK Blockage Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how a nationwide 'flush-and-forget' habit is causing sewage chaos, environmental damage, and adding millions to water bills. Discover the shocking truth about what really happens after you flush.

Melbourne's Unlikely Avian Paradise: How a Sewage Farm Became a Haven for 300 Bird Species

Melbourne sewage farm becomes bird haven for 300 species

Discover the remarkable transformation of the Western Treatment Plant in Melbourne from a utilitarian sewage facility into a globally significant sanctuary for over 300 species of birds, rivalling some of the world's most famous wetlands.

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