Quake experts warn major southern San Andreas rupture possible
Geologists say Sunday's twin quakes in Southern California heighten the likelihood of a massive rupture on the Coachella Valley end of the San Andreas Fault near the Mexican border. The 800 mile fault is segmented, with no single-event break across all segments, though the southern end carries the highest risk of a 7.5 to over 8.0 quake within decades.
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Aftershocks Compound Desert Quake Toll and Destruction
The region around Landers and Yucca Valley faced a 7.4 magnitude quake the previous day with 43 mile fissure. Desert residents endured 90 degree heat queuing for water gas and salvaged items. Two died from heart attacks and a 3 year old boy was killed by a falling chimney.
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County commissioners balk at welfare cost sharing plan
Four Gaston County officials vow to resist state welfare share requirements. They warn tax relief may be needed as they weigh legal challenges and future cuts to school funding. An extra 1.5 million for schools is uncertain, while Gaston College receives 144,587 for church street adult education. A 3.5 percent county employee raise is set July 1.
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U N raises flag at airport as Serbs end blockade
Rebel Serbs ended their three month chokehold on Sarajevo airport Monday pulling back into surrounding territory as 200 international peacekeepers raised the U N flag over the tarmac. U N officials cautioned the move did not mean the airfield was secure for the start of an airlift.
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Bush campaigns against rap lyrics a cop-killing era
President Bush tours for tougher law enforcement and denounces rap lyrics as filth that glorifies killing police. Algeria’s ruling council head killed by an assassin in a police uniform. 41 wounded in blasts at the hall where he spoke. Fidel Ramos becomes president in a peaceful transfer after 26 years of autocracy. About 85 percent of Americans are or will be sensitive to urushiol in poison ivy. Outdoor eating risks and safety cautions accompany summer.
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Libertarian candidate files for Crowders Mountain seat
A Libertarian candidate pledges to shrink government by filing for the Crowders Mountain district on the Gaston County Board of Commissioners. A separate note reports youths with idle time forming bombs and a dispute over fence and sewer lines disrupting Ashley Arms Apartments renovations. A Gastonia print shop focused on reducing paper use has expanded its Akers Center quarters.
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National League heavyweights size up long divisional battle
Atlanta and Cincinnati, two National League heavyweights, prepare for a key divisional showdown as they size each other up in a pivotal series. The match carries stakes for pennant contention and division lead, with both clubs aiming to assert dominance late in the season.
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Weather snapshot for Greater Gaston area June 29 1992
The forecast covers Greater Gaston with highs around 80 to 89 and lows from 66 to 72 across cities including Asheville Charlotte Gastonia Greensboro Hickory Raleigh Durham and Wilmington. Predicted rainfall is light with a 0.00 to 0.03 inch trace. Wednesday brings partly cloudy skies and 89/69 high/low.
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Lake Levels Beach Forecast Predicted Warm Weekend
Partly cloudy conditions with beach weather ahead. Temperatures rise into the 80s as a light breeze keeps the air comfortable for outdoor activities along the shore.
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