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Trying to help victims in Japan
BURBANK — As a U.S. Army combat soldier in Iraq, Ryan Welker has seen the devastation a war can reap on a country. However, his time in the Middle East couldn't have prepared him for the situation he has encountered the past eight days. Welker,...Tags: Natural Disasters, U.S. Army, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Defense, Rentals
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Teams prepare for disaster
BURBANK — From extinguishing a small fire to rescuing someone trapped under a refrigerator, six teams on Saturday demonstrated their best disaster-preparedness skills in an inaugural Community Emergency Response Team challenge. Teams assessed and...Tags: Employees, Burbank (Los Angeles, California), Redondo Beach, Career and Workplace, Emergency Incidents
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Family Promise making progress
After two years of grass-roots fundraising, a new nonprofit agency is now helping families that have fallen into homelessness get back on their feet by using a network of churches and connecting with myriad job-finding services. Since the official...Tags: Burbank (Los Angeles, California), Career and Workplace, Disasters and Accidents, Employment, Family
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The environment deserves our care
I completely disagree with Los Angeles County Supervisor Mike Antonovich's "no" vote on banning single-use plastic bags in the county and his reasons for doing so ("Not the proper time for a bag ban," Nov. 24). He claims it puts an unfair burden on...Tags: Burbank (Los Angeles, California), California, Environmental Pollution, Water Pollution, Emergency Incidents
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Small Wonders: Oil on troubled waters
I've been feeling like one of those oil-covered sea gulls on a beach in Louisiana. Every morning I get up and take a look at the newspaper. I glance at the headline, usually in dismay, then automatically flip to the bottom of the page to see who died....Tags: Iraq War (2003-2011), Jose Lima, Glenn Beck, Keith Olbermann, Defense
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Businesses try to build bridges
MEDIA DISTRICT — Happy hour at Sardo's Grill and Lounge hasn't been as chipper since state officials closed the Pass Avenue bridge as part of the $47-million Hollywood Way onramp project.
"For nine months now you could walk in at 6 o'clock and...Tags: Burbank (Los Angeles, California), Banking, Business, Bank of America Corp., Economy, Business and Finance
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Providing sight and sound to needy
Burbank Noon Lions club offers two important programs for low-income individuals living in the city. Over the past year, eye exams and glasses with a market value of more than $2,600 have been provided to several qualifying Burbank residents. The second...Tags: Natural Disasters, Hot Dogs, Marketing, Society, Foods and Beverages
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Olive Avenue Confidential: Effects of proposed transit hub
It's only natural for residents already dealing with unpleasant noise and traffic congestion levels around Bob Hope Airport to cast wary eyes at any proposed development there, but plans for a new ground transport hub at Empire Avenue and Hollywood Way...Tags: Car Repair and Maintenance Tips, Energy Resources, University of Southern California, Natural Resources, Transportation
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Hurricane season 2012: Things you should have on hand
Things you should have ready
•Water: At least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7days; also, make extra ice before the storm hits.
•Food: At least enough for 3 to 7 days, mostly nonperishable packaged or canned food, juices.
•Blankets,...Tags: Natural Disasters, Tools and Hardware, Disasters and Accidents, Photography and Video, Video Supplies and Services
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How to handle hurricanes' utility and service outages
After a big storm, expect utilities and services to be disrupted. Here's what you need to know:
Debris
Pile debris as neatly and as close to the street as you can. But if you can't identify it, don't touch it. Keep debris from piling up around utility...Tags: Natural Disasters, Satellite and Cable Service, Companies and Corporations, Meteorological Disasters, Television Industry
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Prepare in case you must file a claim with your insurance company
How to file an insurance claim
Try to call your insurance agent immediately.
Begin making temporary repairs to prevent further damage.
Save all receipts. Do not attempt to make permanent repairs until an insurance adjuster has inspected the home.
Most...Tags: Natural Disasters, Floods, Insurance, Citizens Property Insurance Corp., GEICO
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Get trees trimmed weeks before a hurricane hits
Preparing your trees
A hurricane can turn a shade tree from backyard friend to monster. Falling limbs and flying debris from trees often add to injuries and damage during severe storms. Things you can do to lessen the danger:
Inspect your trees every...Tags: Science and Technology, Natural Disasters, Botany, Meteorological Disasters, Tropical Storms
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