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NEW: In a return to incisive commentary, Bad Bunny's new song “Una Velita” is not just a requiem for those killed in Hurricane Maria, but also a battle cry for energy justice and solidarity. @angelymercado.bsky.socialwww.thexylom.com/post/perspec...

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Tropical storm Helene caused 'catastrophic' damage to Asheville’s water treatment and distribution system, cutting off at least 70% of the city’s drinking water supply.

In Asheville, N.C., many residents may be without drinking water for weeks
In Asheville, N.C., many residents may be without drinking water for weeks

Tropical storm Helene caused 'catastrophic' damage to Asheville’s water treatment and distribution system, cutting off at least 70% of the city’s drinking water supply.

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As a smoke plume continues to rise from the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia, following an explosion of chlorine and other chemicals on Sunday, our colleagues at ACPC report that there are new questions about whether the fire was extinguished that day, as officials have stated.

BioLab fire continued to burn days after officials reported it had been put out, according to source
BioLab fire continued to burn days after officials reported it had been put out, according to source

As a smoke plume continues to rise from the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia following an explosion of chlorine and other chemicals on Sunday, there are new questions about whether the fire was …

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🚨 INBOX: Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management Agency is investigating the numerous reports of a haze and strong chemical smell across Fulton County. If you have concerns, STAY INSIDE, CLOSE windows and doors, TURN OFF A/C & other ventilation system.

We are investigating the numerous reports of a haze and strong chemical smell across Fulton County. 

We are investigating and will pass along any and all information we receive. If you have concerns, STAY INSIDE, CLOSE windows and doors, TURN OFF A/C & other ventilation system.
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NEW by Mohammed Taoheed: Three years after ambulance trikes were introduced to southwest Nigeria, maternal death rates have raised, while the ambulances sit largely unused. What went wrong? www.thexylom.com/post/materna...

Maternal Deaths Keep Increasing in Nigeria. Healthcare Services Still Remain Underfunded.
Maternal Deaths Keep Increasing in Nigeria. Healthcare Services Still Remain Underfunded.

Nigeria has the second-highest number of global maternal deaths. Due to underfunding and other issues, interventions remain unsuccessful.

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Ahead of a competitive election season, The Xylom reached out to the Georgia Emergency Management and homeland Security Agency multiple times in August and September to learn more about the state’s plans to assist voting in case of an emergency event, but the agency did not respond.

Georgia Provides Little Clarity on Voting in a Natural Disaster
Georgia Provides Little Clarity on Voting in a Natural Disaster

As the climate crisis worsens extreme weather events, the rights of Georgia voters in disaster-prone regions become threatened.

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