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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 2003
Page
1
Freshman lawmakers in Des Moines say their first session fell short of expectations as Republicans held sway in the Senate and House. Senate leaders blocked floor debate on major issues including income tax reform and an economic development fund, leaving lawmakers frustrated yet more aware of political constraints.
Research findings released Sunday show the SARS virus can persist on common surfaces at room temperature for hours or even days, raising concerns for hygiene methods and public safety in daily life.
Research shows the SARS virus can live on common surfaces at room temperature for hours or days. Studies find viability on plastic for at least 24 hours and up to four days in human waste, helping explain transmission without direct contact.
U S Army biodefense labs in Maryland report that existing antiviral drugs, notably interferon, show promise against severe acute respiratory syndrome in initial lab studies. Protease inhibitors also halted the SARS virus in early experiments.
Iowa regulators permanently revoke the securities and insurance licenses of Jamie A. Zimmerman 42 of West Branch after Wells Fargo Investments Cedar Rapids uncovered unexplained activity in three client accounts and Zimmerman admitted misappropriating funds. Wells Fargo cooperates with FBI inquiry, works to reimburse customers and determine losses.
In Washington Iowa residents sought shelter as a tornado outbreak struck Cedar Johnson and Washington counties on May 15 1998. The city of Washington with about 7047 people endured the hardest hit while residents recalled alarm and quiet morning reflections after the false alarm.
Tornado safety rules recommend seeking shelter in basements or interior rooms on the lowest floor. In homes go to a basement or interior room away from exterior walls. in schools move to lowest floor interior halls and crouch under cover. in large buildings use central stairs and avoid elevators and glass. The report notes one death as tornadoes strike Kansas and Missouri.
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