Water

LIFESTYLE 2 days ago

Baltimore bridge collapse: What to do in case your car is submerged in water

Car submersions happen across the U.S. more often than people think — and after the Baltimore bridge collapse, the topic is on people's minds. A driver rehabilitation specialist shared tips.

South Africa March 21

Unprecedented water crisis grips South Africa's largest city

South Africa's largest city, Johannesburg, is facing an unprecedented collapse of its water system, affecting millions of residents. Both the rich and poor have been affected.

Michigan March 13

Flint, Michigan held in contempt over lead pipe replacement case

A federal judge has found Flint, Michigan, in contempt for its failure to comply with a court order outlining its duty to finish replacing its old lead water pipes.

South America March 13

Indigenous communities in Argentina and Chile grapple with soaring demand for lithium

The prevalence of lithium mining is threatening to disrupt traditional ways of life for indigenous groups living in a region spanning Argentina, Chile and Bolivia.

Caribbean March 13

Retired British couple found dead during Caribbean beach vacation

A retired British couple may have drowned while vacationing in the Caribbean after their bodies were found by police on a beach

Mississippi March 13

Mississippi Senate passes bill for regional control of Jackson's troubled water system

The Mississippi Senate has approved a bill for the second year in a row aiming to transfer control of Jackson's troubled water system to a regional board.

Japan March 13

Treated wastewater discharge at Japan's Fukushima plant is safe, UN nuclear chief says

The head of the U.N. atomic agency has assured Japanese representatives in Fukushima that the treated radioactive wastewater from the nuclear power plant meets safety standards.

Africa March 7

Morocco begins closing famous public baths 3 days a week in effort to conserve water during drought

In Morocco, severe droughts and water scarcity due to climate change have led authorities to mandate three-day closures of the country's famous public baths.

Georgia March 5

Federal agency asserts water rights in Georgia wildlife refuge as proposed mine nears approval

Before a mine near a Georgia wildlife refuge was approved, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said it cannot divert water from the swamp if it would harm the protective habitat.

Alabama March 4

US cities face drinking water crisis as trillions of gallons leak from aging systems

Many cities in the US, like Prichard, Alabama, are facing severe water infrastructure problems due to decades of neglect and underinvestment, officials say.