Health department urges calm over anthrax scare
Baytown health official Mike Lester says no local residents report anthrax suspicions while Houston authorities field many calls. He warns don't touch suspicious packages and advises calling authorities. FBI and CDC guidance outline warning signs such as excessive postage, odd markings, and missing names.
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Suspicious Envelope Protocol From Health Authorities
Guidance from the Center for Disease Control instructs not to shake or empty any suspicious envelope or package. Place it in a plastic bag, leave the room, wash hands, and notify police or security. List all people present and provide to police and local health authorities.
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Anthrax found in Senate letter to Daschle shocks nation
The Daschle letter tested positive for anthrax raising links to terrorism claims by President Bush. Affected sites include Fort Detrick Maryland and NBC New York, with multiple related cases across Florida New York and New Jersey. Authorities warn of exposure risks and continue testing postal workers and others, amid a broader anthrax scare.
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EPA approves Texas smog plan for Houston area
The EPA clears Texas to implement its smog reduction plan for the eight-county Houston Galveston area, detailing NOx cuts by 2007. It retains a 55 mph speed limit, a 90 percent industry NOx reduction target, enhanced emissions testing, and noon shutdowns for lawn mowing April to October, drawing support and concern from business groups and local officials.
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Houston area ozone plan tightens ninecounty rules
The EPA approves measures for the Houston Galveston area including Baytown to reduce NOx by 90 percent from industry using new central tech and tougher vehicle emissions tests. A 55 mph speed limit, cleaner diesel fuel rules starting 2002, and a cap on NOx emissions apply to eight counties with voluntary transit, telecommuting, HOV lanes and idleing bans for large trucks.
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Barefield to fill GCCISD school board vacancy
Roy Barefield 41 a Goose Creek district product was named to fill the GCCISD board vacancy after David Havel resigned. He works at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital. The board approved changes to the Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct outlining stricter penalties including possible removal to a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program and expulsion for threats or false alarms. Also approved was a $1,094,000 contract with Satterfield and Pantikes for two girls softball complexes at Lee and Sterling High Schools to meet Title IX, funded by the district fund balance, unused bond funds, and a Coca Cola contract.
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