Combines earthquake, windstorm legislation become law

Article Abstract:

Legislation H.R. 2608 passed by Congress reveals the U.S preeminent program for reducing earthquake hazards, and eliminates a new federal effort to address threats posed by windstorms. The legislation that comprises of two bills is referred to as a measure to reauthorize the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program, the federal undertaking to minimize loss of life and property damage caused by earthquakes.

Powers and duties, Control, Bills, Legislative, Legislative bills, Earthquake damage, United States. National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program

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Prado seepage prompts brief evacuation

Article Abstract:

The U.S Army Corps of Engineers are repairing the seepage found in Prado Dam for which the officials have evacuated more than 2000 residents from the downstream dwellings. The details of the repair project are presented.

General services, Services information, National Security, Army Corps of Engineers, Services, Maintenance and repair, United States. Army. Corps of Engineers, Dams, Evacuation of civilians, Civilian evacuation

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Test results permit side-by-side comparisons of BMPs

Article Abstract:

Details about testing the comparisons of different storm-water best management practices (BMPs), under identical conditions, are discussed.

Comparative analysis, Storm surges, Best practices

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