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06/08/2013
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15-Tonne Mass Of Fat Removed From London Sewer
A "bus-sized lump" of fat and and wet wipes has been removed from a sewer under London Road in Kingston, Surrey.
Thames Water investigated the sewers after residents at nearby flats complained they were unable to flush their toilets.
The company said that upon investigation they discovered a so-called "fatberg" had amassed in the sewer, reducing its capacity to 5%.
They added that if the 15-tonnes of fat hadn't been removed, Kingston could have been flooded with sewage.
Rare Bird Found In Supermarket Carpark
One of the UK's rarest birds has been found in a supermarket carpark in Devizes.
A young stone curlew was mistaken for a bird of prey by a member of the public who spotted it outside a supermarket. The took the bird to a veterinary clinic, who then passed it to Wiltshire Wildlife Hospital who were able to identify the bird and contact the RSPB.
The RSPB said that the bird may have just been learning to fly and advised the hospital to return to a suitable location.
Scots Asked To Help Record Reptile Numbers
Conservationists in Scotland are calling on the public to help them record the snake, toad and lizard populations.
People have been asked to record sightings and report them to the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) charity, who are hoping to accurately record and preserve numbers.
The appeal for sightings is part of a wider three-year project funded by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
(MH/JP)
A "bus-sized lump" of fat and and wet wipes has been removed from a sewer under London Road in Kingston, Surrey.
Thames Water investigated the sewers after residents at nearby flats complained they were unable to flush their toilets.
The company said that upon investigation they discovered a so-called "fatberg" had amassed in the sewer, reducing its capacity to 5%.
They added that if the 15-tonnes of fat hadn't been removed, Kingston could have been flooded with sewage.
Rare Bird Found In Supermarket Carpark
One of the UK's rarest birds has been found in a supermarket carpark in Devizes.
A young stone curlew was mistaken for a bird of prey by a member of the public who spotted it outside a supermarket. The took the bird to a veterinary clinic, who then passed it to Wiltshire Wildlife Hospital who were able to identify the bird and contact the RSPB.
The RSPB said that the bird may have just been learning to fly and advised the hospital to return to a suitable location.
Scots Asked To Help Record Reptile Numbers
Conservationists in Scotland are calling on the public to help them record the snake, toad and lizard populations.
People have been asked to record sightings and report them to the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) charity, who are hoping to accurately record and preserve numbers.
The appeal for sightings is part of a wider three-year project funded by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
(MH/JP)
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30 January 2004
'Bird flu' fears sees EU ban on bird imports
Following public concerns over the outbreak of bird flu in southeast Asia, the European Commission has agreed to suspend all imports of captive and pet birds from nine Asian countries into the EU.
'Bird flu' fears sees EU ban on bird imports
Following public concerns over the outbreak of bird flu in southeast Asia, the European Commission has agreed to suspend all imports of captive and pet birds from nine Asian countries into the EU.
05 July 2012
NHS Trust Investigated Over 25 Patient Death
One of the UKs biggest NHS trusts is being investigated over the death of 25 patients, after it admitted “poor record keeping”. “Extreme concern” has been expressed by Westminster and two other London local authorities over lost data on referrals at Imperial College Healthcare.
NHS Trust Investigated Over 25 Patient Death
One of the UKs biggest NHS trusts is being investigated over the death of 25 patients, after it admitted “poor record keeping”. “Extreme concern” has been expressed by Westminster and two other London local authorities over lost data on referrals at Imperial College Healthcare.
23 October 2003
Branson plans new aviation record attempt
Serial record breakers Steve Fossett and Sir Richard Branson have unveiled plans today to attempt one of the remaining great challenges of aviation - a solo, non-stop flight around the world without refuelling.
Branson plans new aviation record attempt
Serial record breakers Steve Fossett and Sir Richard Branson have unveiled plans today to attempt one of the remaining great challenges of aviation - a solo, non-stop flight around the world without refuelling.
01 May 2003
Record fine imposed on FA over Turkey game
The English Football Association was today handed a record fine by UEFA and issued with a final warning on the future conduct of fans. UEFA's Control and Disciplinary Body today found the FA guilty of the disciplinary charges and fined them €99,000 - the highest ever fine for a racism-related charge.
Record fine imposed on FA over Turkey game
The English Football Association was today handed a record fine by UEFA and issued with a final warning on the future conduct of fans. UEFA's Control and Disciplinary Body today found the FA guilty of the disciplinary charges and fined them €99,000 - the highest ever fine for a racism-related charge.
01 September 2006
Sewer flood warning as heavy rain is forecast
The Consumer Council for Water (CCWater) has urged water companies to prepare for potential sewer flooding as more heavy rain is forecast across England and Wales. The CCWater said that although sewer flooding is rare and the risk heavily localised, it probably represented the worst service failure than can happen to water and sewerage consumers.
Sewer flood warning as heavy rain is forecast
The Consumer Council for Water (CCWater) has urged water companies to prepare for potential sewer flooding as more heavy rain is forecast across England and Wales. The CCWater said that although sewer flooding is rare and the risk heavily localised, it probably represented the worst service failure than can happen to water and sewerage consumers.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A chilly start with a widespread frost and some freezing fog, any freezing fog slow to clear. Otherwise bright with sunny spells and coastal showers. Light winds. Maximum temperature 6 °C.Tonight:Coastal showers dying out with a widespread frost developing along with freezing fog, which could become extensive. Winds remaining light. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
