Allen Rips Caribbean FLOODS Left St Lucia in Disaster
Hurricane Allen blasted the Caribbean with 170 mph winds spawning deaths and widespread damage. St Lucia reports eight dead as the island endures roofed homes lost, hospitals without power, and a national disaster declaration. Barbados and other nations report damage and aid mobilization while Britain sends the destroyer Glasgow to assist.
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Drought Brings Erosion Fears to Great Plains Farmers
Washington AP report notes prolonged drought across Texas to the Dakotas leaves soil vulnerable to erosion. Jerry Lee of the Soil Conservation Service warns erosion may surge after the upcoming blow season, with wind erosion having already stripped 5.1 million acres in the past year across the 10 state Plains region.
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Ottawa hearing tests offered at Franklin Co. Senior Center
Due to high demand in Ottawa, United Hearing Aid Service returns with a free hearing test event at the Franklin County Senior Center on Wednesday August 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tests use modern equipment, include explanations of ear function, and offer a 30 day trial of a hearing aid with doctor approval. In-home testing and scheduling by calling 343-1100 are available. Charlie Gillum leads the effort in Emporia, Kansas.
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