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Computer glitch causes water damage

Water and Storm Damage

The Salt Lake Tribune reports that a computer glitch caused a big problem for the residents of Cedar Hills, Utah. The error caused a water tank to dump “tens of thousands of gallons of water” in to streets and a home on Saturday morning. The tank can push 7,000 gallons of water out per minute.

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Washington residents brace for a seemingly inevitable fall flood

Water and Storm Damage

The Howard Hanson Dam, east of Seattle in Washington State is leaking and this has scientists and residents worried.

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National Fire Prevention Week 2009

Fire and Smoke Damage

October 4-10, 2009 is National Fire Prevention Week. The National Fire Protection Association is using the week to focus on fire prevention and burn awareness.

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Water damage in the news

Mold Damage, Water and Storm Damage

Several areas of the United States were affected by water damage and mold recently, and the damage was substantial enough to make headlines.

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Oregon may be trying to prevent forest fires Obama’s way

Fire and Smoke Damage

Oregon, known for its green landscapes and conservation efforts, has to battle fierce forest fires on an annual basis. To try to help with this issue, former President George W. Bush’s administration suggested thinning trees in the areas around the 102 cabins of Diamond Lake, Ore. Thinning trees around cabins would help prevent the loss of homes in the area, but tress would also be thinned in the back-country.

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