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Hiding out in a bomb shelter in southern Ukraine’s Kherson region, one man readies himself to venture out into the forested front line. But Oleksiy Vasyliuk is not a soldier — he’s a scientist. Vasyliuk and his team conduct their research on an active minefield, facing continuous shelling and aerial …
Read More »Red-level tornado warning called down for Halton, Peel regions: Environment Canada
Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Environment Canada has called down a red tornado warning that was issued for parts of Halton …
Read More »Major freezing rain storm approaching southern Quebec, Environment Canada warns
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Environment Canada is warning of a major freezing rain storm expected to sweep through parts of …
Read More »Toronto under rainfall warning, Environment Canada says
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Toronto could see between 20 and 40 millimetres of rain Sunday afternoon, Environment Canada says. Freezing …
Read More »Alberta government creating new all season resorts at Castle, Nakiska, Fortress
The Alberta government has announced the creation of three new all-season resort areas in the province that it claims could create thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in other economic benefits. While there are already all-season resorts in Banff and Jasper National Parks, the designation of Castle, Fortress and …
Read More »'The environment is getting left behind,' says Jane Goodall
Job insecurity and the high cost of living are pushing environmental concerns to the background, says Jane Goodall. Here’s how the legendary naturalist, who is now 91, keeps her hope for our planet alive. News Source link
Read More »This red retardant is crucial in the fight against wildfires. But is it also harming the environment?
Dropping fire retardant solutions from planes is a crucial strategy in wildfire fighting, but some experts are concerned about their impact on the environment, including aquatic ecosystems. Once dropped, these retardants leave a rust-coloured or pinkish liquid coating on roads, roofs, and vegetation. This technique, commonly used since the mid …
Read More »Air quality in Toronto among worst in the world Monday, as Environment Canada issues heat warning
Parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are under an air quality warning on Monday alongside an ongoing heat warning in the region, Environment Canada says. Smoke from forest fires over northern Ontario is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility, the federal weather agency says. Poor air …
Read More »Amid new infrastructure bills, First Nations are concerned about the environment and their rights
A lawyer in British Columbia says three recent bills that aim to fast-track infrastructure and energy projects are deeply flawed and could face legal challenges. B.C.’s Bill 15, the Infrastructure Projects Act, is aimed at fast-tracking public sector projects like schools and hospitals, as well as private projects, such as …
Read More »Some Saskatchewan wildfire evacuees are returning home amid financial strain
Some evacuees from northern Saskatchewan are beginning to return home after being forced out by wildfires, bringing a sense of relief, but also concern. News Source link
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