Tag: injuries
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Fairfax County Issues Fourth of July Safety Warning
Fairfax County Emergency Information reminds residents to prioritize safety this Fourth of July. Annually, celebrations lead to injuries and fires from seemingly harmless choices, prompting a call for awareness before the holiday.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEducationState Governments Fairfax CountyFourth of JulySafetyFireworksFiresInjuriesEmergency InformationFairfax County Emergency Information
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports New Policy on National Park Deaths
The Washington Post is reporting that a new internal memo prohibits national park staff from disclosing deaths or severe injuries to the public, a change from previous policy.
Politics and GovernmentMediaFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement National ParksInterior DepartmentPublic DisclosurePolicy ChangeDeathsInjuriesWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Authorities Respond to Active Shooting in Midland, Texas
USA TODAY reports authorities are responding to an active shooting and standoff in Midland, Texas, where injuries have been reported, according to officials.
Law EnforcementConflictState GovernmentsSocial Issues Midland, TexasActive shootingStandoffInjuriesPublic safetyCrimeUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Six Injured in Penn Station Stabbings
USA TODAY reports six people were injured after stabbings at New York City's Penn Station on June 7. The city's fire department provided the information.
Law EnforcementHealthMediaLegalTransportationSocial Issues Penn StationNew York CityStabbingsInjuriesJune 7Fire DepartmentCrimeUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Major Chemical Explosion Reported by USA TODAY
USA TODAY is reporting a major chemical explosion resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. The facility involved is identified by the Washington Department of Ecology as a pulp and paper mill and liquid packaging plant.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Chemical explosionIndustrial incidentFatalitiesInjuriesPulp and paper millLiquid packaging plantWashington Department of EcologyUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Blast at NYC Shipyard Injures 16
USA TODAY is reporting that a blast at a New York City shipyard injured at least 16 people, citing reports from The Associated Press and ABC News.
HealthMediaLaw EnforcementMedical ScienceDigital and Print PublishingTransportation New York CityShipyardBlastInjuriesIncidentUSA TODAYDisasters & Accidents