Category: Articles
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Does Millsboro Delaware Flood?
Yes, Millsboro, Delaware floods because when it comes to natural disasters, the state of Delaware gets hit by hurricanes, tropical storms, and nor’easters the most. Aside from these, another top hazard that the state has to prepare for is coastal flooding. Delaware is the lowest-lying state in the country, with a mean elevation of 60…
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Should You Fix Your Own Roof Pros and Cons
Okay, let’s get this straight from the beginning…the only pro in fixing your own roof is that you will save about thirty percent in immediate costs. However, it is highly recommended that homeowners never attempt to fix their own roof unless they are a professional roofing contractor. Roof repairs should always be left up to…
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Mold in Seattle
With the enormous amount of water from all the rain Seattle, Washington receives, it must be particularly important to be vigilant in ensuring that their homes are properly sealed and dry, because dampness in a home can cause a plethora of health problems, especially for those who suffer from respiratory conditions. Typically, if dampness is…
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Importance of Creativity in Society
The importance of creativity in society cannot be overstated, as it is the fuel for all human progress. Creativity fuels the soul and inspires us emotionally, physically, and most importantly, spiritually. Creativity brings joy, laughter, and fulfillment to our lives if we can remember to be creative in all we do. Artists (caricatures, drawing, painting,…
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Does Houston Get Ice Storms?
When it comes to natural disasters in Houston, it’s common to hear about extreme heat, wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding. But, every few years, the Texan city of Houston also deals with ice storms. While major events are rare in the city and the rest of Southeast Texas, when ice storms hit the region, they…
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When was the Last Tsunami in BC
When I heard about a lake tsunami in BC, I was shocked and maybe a little concerned. If a large inland lake can succumb to the effects of a tsunami, then living in Michigan, with the Great Lakes surrounding us, could pose a serious threat. Naturally, I assume floods in British Columbia were a result…
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Worst Natural Disasters in Michigan
While we experience natural disasters such as wildfires, blizzards, tornadoes, extreme cold, and floods, we do not necessarily see these events often. However, we can encounter negative effects from natural disasters in Michigan, like frozen pipes after a long stretch of extremely cold sub-zero temperatures. According to the official government agency, the National Centers for…
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Causes of Nerve Pain in Legs
Nerve pain and its treatment depend mainly on the underlying cause. I have a few areas across my body that are causing nerve pain, such as but not limited to the following: It can be especially painful in my legs because I also have a torn meniscus in both the left and right knees. I…
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Long-Term Cognitive Effects of Chemotherapy
Many years ago, my ex-husband’s grandmother (Grandma L) was diagnosed with leukemia in her late seventies and went through some intense cancer treatments that eventually put it into remission. Some late effects of cancer treatment can also lead to psychological problems. After treatment was complete, as a cancer survivor, Grandma L experienced anxiety and depression.…
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Best Beaches in Outer Banks
For this upcoming summer, instead of heading to the northern part of Michigan for a vacation, I am thinking we could visit our family in North Carolina. My “baby” cousins (who are in their thirties) and are at least seventeen years younger than I, are more like nieces and nephews than cousins. Actually, they are…