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Prisoners and former guards file radon exposure lawsuit against prison
"Guards and inmates at a Connecticut prison find themselves on the same side of a legal fight against the state, which they say did not do enough to prevent their…
Make sure you're checking your smoke detectors on a regular basis
"A cigarette that was left unattended is believed to have started a fire at a home in Grayson over the weekend, according to a Gwinnett County fire official. Gwinnett Firefighter…
Why choosing a compassionate carpet cleaning company is important
"Chapman’s 14-year-old puss, Ralphie, was at her parents’ Dyker Heights home on Aug. 27, when Stanley Steemer cleaners showed up about 20 minutes early for their 9 am appointment, leaving…
Several New Jersey schools forced to delay openings due to mold
"Health concerns over mold found recently in several local schools have prompted Hopatcong to postpone the start of classes to this Friday, and are complicating the first day of classes…
Church sustains water damage due to fire in adjacent building
"An abandoned building went up in flames Thursday morning, affecting a nearby church. The church which shares a wall with the buildings. It sustained significant water damage, as it had…
Types of mold and the dangers they bring
"Mold comes in a variety of colors, including white, brown, orange, green and black. Mold often has a furry look or resembles a stringy slime, but certain molds can also…
Why you should periodically have your home tested for radon
"Radon is a naturally occurring gas found all around the world, created from the breakdown of uranium and water. However, north Alabama is something of a hot spot. “We are…
Couple who paid for carpet cleaning upfront get hassled for extra charge
"Last July Beth Fournier-Widmer saw an ad for Supreme Carpet Care that caught her eye. She bought the annual maintenance package which was to include carpet and tile cleaning once…
Mold remediation begins at Alabama school office
"Parts of Dothan City Schools' Central Office are closed as the system treats mold. School Board Chairman Mike Schmitz confirmed the system discovered the mold two weeks ago after an…
Iowa town is reeling from water damage due to flash flooding
"Local authorities prepared for more heavy rain and possible flooding Monday, after Mason City experienced severe flash flooding which caused water damage to at least half of the city's residents…
Study shows 50% of Colorado residents are at risk for radon poisoning
"Half of Colorado residents are at risk of radon poisoning, according to a new warning from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Radon is a naturally occurring gas…
As the snow begins to melt, flooding threatens
“Snowfall should officially be behind us but the melt from the recent blizzard is revealing some problems for homeowners. Faulty sump pumps are causing basements to flood just as the…
How a hazardous home environment can affect your health
“We all know how important diet and exercise are for health. Did you know that the condition of your home can have a big impact on your health, too? Apparently,…
Taking care of water damage in your home
“Angie's list takes a look at what to do when the water rises inside your home. Water damage is the second most-common reason homeowners file an insurance claim, which costs…
Construction company blamed for water damage and mold
"More homeowners in St. Johns County are blaming leaks in their showers on D.R. Horton construction. In December Action News Jax first shared their concerns. The homes in the Glen…
Monitoring radon levels in real-time
"Radon doesn’t get as much attention as other indoor air pollutants, such as carbon monoxide and asbestos, but it’s every bit as dangerous. The naturally occurring colorless, odorless gas is…