Owen Sound Sun Times

SVCA says squalls have increased the likelihood of flooding and frazil ice in Durham, flood outlook upgraded to flood watch

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On Sunday, Saugeen Conservation upgraded its flood outlook statement to a flood watch for the main Saugeen River and its tributaries in West Grey. The conservation authority said there is now an increased likelihood of frazil ice forming on the river and flooding in specific areas of Durham. “Lake effect snow squalls over the past […]

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Why Is The Sea Level Rise Higher In The Southeast Than In Other Parts Of The US?

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Did you know that the first water level observing stations were established in the 1850s? Even back then sea level rise was important to monitor. Alexander Dallas Bache, second superintendent of the coast survey, explained in 1854, “It seems a very simple task to make correct tidal observations; but in … [continued]

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Brightshores issues warning about long wait times at emergency departments

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Emergency departments in Owen Sound, Meaford, Southampton, Markdale, Wiarton and Lion’s Head are experiencing increased patient volumes and are warning of extended wait times at emergency rooms. Brightshores Health System released a notice Friday afternoon encouraging those with less urgent medical concerns to seek care through alternative options such as family doctors, walk-in clinics, or […]

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Thames Valley board selling surplus properties to trim $16.5M deficit

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The cash-strapped Thames Valley District school board plans to sell surplus properties to cut its mounting $16.5-million deficit, its leader says. “We have a few properties of vacant land across the district under consideration,” said Bill Tucker, the board’s interim director. The board will meet in sessions closed to the public to discuss selling the […]

Owen Sound Sun Times

Frazil ice concerns growing in Durham area which is prone to flooding

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Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority says weather conditions are ideal for frazil ice to form in the Saugeen River in the Durham area, which could lead to flooding. “Currently there is no frazil ice being generated in that watercourse,” SVCA spokeswoman Ashley Richards said Friday afternoon. If circumstances warrant, Friday’s Flood Outlook statement which identified the […]

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Avoiding the Uniqueness Bias In Charging Microgrids

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Key takeaways: No truck stop or distribution center is unique Establish corporate control and management of the program Optimize the mix of vendors and staff for different phases of the program The uniqueness bias is a finding of Professor Bent Flyvbjerg, global megaprojects expert and author of the 2023 business … [continued]

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