Does the concrete industry have a big environmental impact?
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The 20 billion tons of concrete produced around the world annually account for an estimated five to 10 percent of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
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AccuWeather: Millions along East Coast urged to take Joaquin seriously despite offshore track
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AccuWeather reports while Hurricane Joaquin is no longer expected to make a landfall in the United States, AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the risk to lives and property remains high despite the shift in track of the storm.
Dominion Virginia Power ready to respond to severe weather
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With Hurricane Joaquin tracking well off the east coast, impact to Dominion Virginia Power’s service area has been reduced, but the company remains ready to respond to severe weather and advises its customers to not let their guard down.
Shenandoah National Park officials issue weather advisory
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Shenandoah National Park officials are issuing a weather advisory for anybody planning on travel to the Park over the next few days. Since Monday, the Park has received 8.8 inches of rain in some areas, resulting in localized flooding of trails, parking lots and roads.
City of Staunton prepared for severe weather, encourages residents to be prepared
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The City of Staunton is preparing for the potential effects of Hurricane Joaquin, now a Category 4 storm. The region is under a flash flood watch from Friday morning to Saturday evening, and two to three inches of rain are expected with higher amounts possible in some areas.
VDOT crews prep for weather: Ask public to do the same
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Central Virginians are urged to prepare for as much as five inches of rain on Friday and Saturday, and the potential for more severe weather from Hurricane Joaquin beginning Sunday evening.
AccuWeather: Hurricane Joaquin to impact 65 million from South Carolina to Massachusetts
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AccuWeather reports flooding from Hurricane Joaquin will impact areas from South Carolina to Massachusetts regardless of whether it makes landfall or if the center stays out to sea.
Dominion Virginia Power tracks Hurricane Joaquin, urges customers to prepare ahead of storm
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Dominion Virginia Power is tracking Hurricane Joaquin and two other weather systems that could lead to flooding, high winds and falling trees that could result in widespread and extended power outages in the company’s service area.
Virginia Cooperative Extension offers assistance before and after disasters strike
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Virginia is no stranger to natural disasters. In 2011 alone, Virginia experienced snowstorms, tornadoes, Hurricane Irene, and remnants of Tropical Storm Lee.
Danny becomes first Atlantic hurricane of 2015 on path toward Caribbean
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AccuWeather reports Danny became the first hurricane of the 2015 Atlantic season this week and is on track to bring drenching rain to part of the northern Caribbean islands next week.
