Erosion Threat to One-Quarter of U.S. Coastal Structures
A FEMA study warns that erosion could threaten about 86,600 structures over 60 years, with 53,000 on the Atlantic, 16,000 on the Great Lakes, 13,000 along the Gulf, and 4,600 on the Pacific coast. Losses could exceed $530 million annually to owners and $410 million to communities.
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Washington report says a NETS campaign estimates 4000 to 8000 daily crashes stem from driver distractions such as newspapers makeup snacks or cell phones. NETS and AAA member Mark Edwards note distractions vary and awareness can cut accidents while NHTSA reviews devices and strategies.
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