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Nuclear Accident in Illinois; Guards say Shelter in Place; Honeywell it all Stayed on Site
Residents of Metropolis, Illinois have been ordered to shelter in place following a release of uranium hexafluoride at the Honeywell . The accident occurred at 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26. Guards have advised people to have told people to shelter in place, close windows, and turn off A/C. Wind maps indicate it may move into […]
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Addition of fluoride to Valparaiso water clears hurdle
VALPARAISO — The city should continue to add fluoride to the drinking water, according to Valparaiso City Utilities Fluoride Commission. On Thursday, the Commission voted 5-2 to recommend that action to the City Utilities Board. The Commission also voted unanimously that the city should reconsider fluoride at least every five years, and more often if […]
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Durbin talks health issues at Erie
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin toured the new Erie Health Center in Evanston this afternoon and hosted a roundtable discussion on affordable access to dental care. As a young patient received care in one of the center’s five dental suites, Dr. Lisa Kearney, clinical director of oral health at Erie, described the center’s services. Asked by […]
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Union workers locked out of Honeywell’s uranium hexafluoride processing plant
After negotiations stalled just before midnight on Friday, union-backed workers have been locked out of Honeywell’s uranium processing plant in Metropolis, Ill. And union representatives say if the past is any indication, the safety of those nearby could be at risk. After the breakdown in talks, both sides agreed to head back to the bargaining […]
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Chemical mix spurs quick reaction in East Dubuque
Two homes and one business were evacuated Monday morning after authorities learned of a potentially dangerous chemical release downtown. One person was taken to the hospital after the accidental mixture of chlorine and fluoride, according to East Dubuque Assistant Fire Chief Tom Lange. The person, whom Lange declined to name, was treated and released without […]
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Dentists blame bottled water for low fluoride levels
As more and more people choose bottled water over tap water, dentists say they are missing out on fluoride. Fluoride is a mineral that’s proven to prevent and sometimes reverse tooth decay, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Fluoride is commonly found in toothpaste and mouthwash, and it is also found in tap water. […]
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Dentists warn about fluoride-free toothpaste, water
Your toddler’s toothpaste may not be working in their favor. Since more and more kids are drinking bottled water instead of tap water, they aren’t getting the fluoride they need to keep their teeth strong. This, combined with the special fluoride-free toothpaste for toddlers, is causing their teeth to decay, and some may even fall […]
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Freeport: Public concern regarding water fluoridation addressed Monday April 14th 6 pm
Mayor Gitz has agreed to offer Dr. Murphy ( Expert on water fluoridation) 40 minutes to speak at the next Whole Council meeting. The head of the Depts will be there from the Water and Sewer Comm Board as well. Mayor Gitz is familiar with the public concern in regard to water fluoridation and has […]
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Honeywell to pay penalty for hazardous chemical releases in Metropolis
CHICAGO – Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced Wednesday Honeywell International, Inc., has been ordered to pay a civil penalty of $90,000 following three dangerous releases of hydrogen fluoride at its Metropolis, Ill. plant. The company also completed a series of system upgrades as required by Madigan and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. “The dangerous air […]
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Honeywell Metropolis Recalls Remaining Laid-Off Workers
Honeywell’s Metropolis plant is bringing back the remaining 11 workers on its recall list to meet its 2014 production targets. Plant Manager Jim Pritchett says the recall allows workers to get trained and recertified in time to support plant operations in January. Honeywell Metropolis is the only facility in the country that converts uranium ore into uranium hexafluoride, […]
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