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'Red Tide' prompts Mississippi beach closures, Gulf health warnings

2015-12-12 15:33:13| Waste Management - Topix.net

A "red tide" algae bloom in the Gulf of Mexico has led to the closing of Mississippi beaches, the shutdown of oyster harvesting areas in Mississippi and Louisiana, and warnings of potential fish kills and human health problems in Alabama. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality closed all beaches Friday, and the state's Department of Marine Resources closed all oyster reefs.

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South Asian workers in Gulf fear rising temperature

2015-12-11 15:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

BBC: Global warming has left millions of migrant workers in Gulf states increasingly worried that they might have to leave if the region becomes hotter, their leaders have said. Some 1.5 million workers migrate from South Asia to the Gulf every year, according to the International Organization for Migration. There is growing concern among mainly outdoor labourers that working conditions may become impossible in the future if the temperature continues to rise at its current rate. A recent study...

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Gulf Stream 'Vintage Cruiser' Expanding Lineup

2015-12-08 21:12:19| Mobile Homes - Topix.net

Gulf Stream Coach Inc. announced that it is expanding upon the successful introduction of its 50's themed travel trailer, the Vintage Cruiser, adding a new crimson and cream color scheme to the original teal and cream version. The Nappanee, Ind.-based builder reported that the debut of the Vintage Cruiser was well received at the Elkhart RV Open House, signing over 70 new dealers, and has continued to build sales "We were able to combine the great fun-loving vibe of the 50's with 21st century comfort, technology, materials and features," said National Sales Manager Tim Dennig.

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Anadarko ordered to pay $159.5M for 2010 Gulf oil spill

2015-12-01 04:33:51| Oil & Gas - Topix.net

Anadarko Petroleum is ordered to pay $159.5M in environmental penalties for its role as part-owner of the Macondo well that caused the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. U.S. District Judge Barbier, who could have charged APC $3.5B for the spill, said the company "bears no culpability" in the accident and "there is seemingly no reason to punish Anadarko."

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