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Keep ‘em out: Alberta to increase fines to prevent invasive speciesThe Alberta government is increasing boat inspection points and raining fines this year to try to keep the province’s waterways free of invasive species. As Meghan Cobb reports, it’s targeting tiny mussels that can cause big damage.CanadaJun 12
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Global News Hour at 6 Calgary: June 12A Calgary senior is sharing her story after being the victim of elder abuse. As repairs continue on a major feeder line in Calgary’s water system, some residents in Bowness are concerned about water infrastructure following new main breaks in the community. The Aberta government is increasing boat inspection points and raining fines this year...Global News Hour at 6Jun 12
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Ukraine dam collapse: Kherson residents evacuated, face lack of drinking waterA senior Ukrainian official said on Wednesday that authorities were in the process of transporting drinking water via railways and cars to Kherson as he inspected flooded areas, following the collapse of Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine. Residents in the city of Kherson were also evacuated by boat and makeshift rafts through flooded streets as...WorldJun 7, 2023
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Bedbug battle: study suggests insects developed thicker skin to beat insecticidesA new study by the University of Sydney suggests bedbugs have developed a thicker skin as part of the insect’s evolution.HealthApr 15, 2016
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Another North Korean fishing boat intercepted by JapanJapanese authorities are to inspect a battered boat carrying 10 men identifying themselves as North Koreans drifting in rough seas off the northern island of Hokkaido, the latest in a wave of boats washing up on northern Japanese coasts.WorldNov 30, 2017
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Washington Metro system to reopen following day-long closure; 26 issues identifiedThe nation’s second-largest subway system that closed on Wednesday in order to inspect potential safety issues is set to reopen on Thursday, according to railway officials. Paul Wiedefeld, the general manager of Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, said 26 issues were identified during the inspection, including “damaged jumper cables and connector boots.” However, all identified...WorldMar 16, 2016
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Mussels intercepted by B.C. inspectorsThe Okanagan Basin Water board is calling for tougher regulations regarding aquatic invasive species after new statistics from the province’s boat inspection program.Jul 18, 2019
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Hot, dry weather means fewer mosquitoes in Edmonton but more yellowjackets and antsSome insects in Edmonton are having their own “best summer ever,” but one of the most annoying species can’t beat the heat. Morgan Black has more on which pests Edmonton residents can expect to be bugged by this summer.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJul 7, 2021
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Private inspector says design flaws of Missouri ‘duck boat’ were known by companySteve Paul, a private inspector who had inspected the duck boat less than a year prior to its capsizing in Missouri on Friday, said there were known design flaws with the vehicle, including its exhaust. He also said with the canopy and windows up, the vehicle also became a “people trapper” and called for a...WorldJul 22, 2018
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Police patrolling Ontario waterways this long weekendThu, Jul 28: The OPP marine unit is getting set for a busy long weekend of inspecting boats on Ontario lakes to make sure everyone stays safe on the water. Global’s Mark McAllister went for this ride along on Georgian Bay.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoJul 28, 2016
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Water board pushes for longer hours for mussel inspection stationsThe Okanagan Basin Water Board wants the provincial government to expand the hours of mobile inspection stations where highway travellers entering the province with boats are checked for invasive mussel species.Global News at 5 OkanaganJul 5, 2016
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Mussel InterceptedThe Okanagan Basin Water board is calling for tougher regulations regarding aquatic invasive species after new statistics from the province’s boat inspection program.Jul 18, 2019
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Global Okanagan News tags along with the RCMP marine patrol teamEvery summer, thousands of boats hit the lakes here in the Okanagan but this fun way to beat the heat come with some risks. That’s why RCMP marine patrol teams hit the water, making sure boaters are following the law and staying safe. Today Klaudia Van Emmerik and camera man Steve Beskidny tagged along one...Global News at 11 OkanaganAug 8, 2018
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Calls for 24-hour mandatory boat inspections at Osoyoos border crossing to combat spread of invasive musselsA non-profit organization in Osoyoos says more needs to be done to protect B.C. lakes from the potentially devastating impact of an invasive mussel infestation. Shelby Thom reports.Global News at 11 OkanaganAug 24, 2018