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Community vigil held for mother and baby killed by falling tree on Vancouver Island
A community memorial was held Sunday night for a mother and her five-month-old baby who were killed on July 31 by a falling tree at Cumberland Lake Park Campground. CBC's Claire Palmer reports as the family spoke publicly, for the first...
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Swimmer in Sudbury, Ont., says she doesn’t feel safe in local lake after fatal incident
Jodie McConnell says she no longer feels safe swimming far from the shoreline of Lake Nepahwin in Sudbury because of the growing number of motorized boats on the small lake. On Friday, Aug.1 a boat hit a swimmer in the lake. She later...
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Minister's comments 'inauthentic,' says resident who appealed Tanco mine licence
A resident of the Lac du Bonnet area who saw the premier's cabinet quash his appeal against a new licence for an eastern Manitoba mine questions whether Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes took his concerns seriously.
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If you are thinking of drinking and boating on Alberta lakes, think again
Alberta Fish and Wildlife are warning boaters to think twice before cracking open a cold one this summer.A new pilot project is introducing breathalyzers to target impaired drivers out on the water.
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B.C.’s active wildfires more than double within 24 hours
B.C.'s fire season has picked up significantly with the number of active wildfires more than doubling over a 24-hour period. CBC reporter Johna Baylon talks with host Yasmine Ghania and brings us the latest on the fires.
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Greenwood Lake officials ban boating and kayaking amid possible harmful algae in lake's north arm
Jim Martin sent the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation a video of what appeared to be harmful algal blooms since they slid through the holes in his skimmer, unlike non-harmful algal blooms that have a more solid...
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How the Cajun Navy is assisting with rescue and recovery after the Texas floods
The United Cajun Navy has been on the ground in Texas since deadly floods swept through in July, and remains in the area for the long recovery. Here's what they're doing to help. (Scripps News)
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Algae blooms force kayaks off Minnedosa Lake
The Minnedosa Kayak Club has paused rentals and events this week after the province issued a warning about toxic blue-green algae blooms. Minnedosa Lake is one of seven beaches under blue-green algae in the province. They mayor says the...
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NJ DEP: 14-year-old boy drowns in Ramapo lake
Authorities say the body was turned over to the Northeast Regional Medical Examiner’s Office.
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Residents urged to practice water safety as Mounties say most B.C. drownings are preventable
Accidental drownings claim dozens of lives every year in British Columbia and experts say most are preventable. CBC’s Michelle Gomez caught up with Mounties from the Fraser Valley who offered tips to ensure a safe day on the water.
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Heading outdoors? Tips to stay alive during deadly weather
From tornado warnings to dangerous storms, inclement weather is becoming more common. But what happens if you're caught in the middle of that during a trip outdoors? CBC’s Omar Dabaghi-Pacheco visited a survival school to bring you some...
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Highlighting water safety during National Drowning Prevention Week
It’s National Drowning Prevention Week and advocates are highlighting the importance of water safety. For advice on staying safe around water, CBC’s Stephen Quinn spoke with Kimiko Hirakida with the Lifesaving Society, who says increased...
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Nicola Lake algae bloom raises public safety concerns
At least one dog has died after swimming in Nicola Lake near Merritt, B.C. due to a toxic algae bloom on the lake. Homeowners, campers and lake users are concerned that not enough is being done to warn the public. Shelley Joyce reports.
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Philippine volcano: Taal still a threat but fishermen still flock
Taal Volcano still an imminent danger but Philippine coastguards are still finding fishermen at sea, despite warnings.
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Experts predict Philippines volcano will erupt in days or hours
A small volcano near Manila erupted with a massive plume of ash and steam, prompting the evacuation of tens of thousands of people and forcing Manila's international airport to shut down.
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Philippines volcano eruption forces thousands to flee
Philippines volcano eruption forces thousands to flee
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Palau corals ‘may hold answer’ to facing climate change threat
How climate change is affecting a world heritage site in the western Pacific.
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Fighting China's counterfeit crab problem
Fake hairy crabs claiming to come from China's famed Yangcheng Lake have now flooded the market.
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What Does New Wisconsin Governor Mean for Proposed Foxconn Plant?
The Foxconn factory plans for Wisconsin has crawling along for over a year, and with a newly-elected Democratic governor, Tony Evers, the deal may take even longer. Russell Brandom, policy editor at The Verge, broke down how Evers could...
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North America's longest-running sporting event turns 200
The National introduces you to the Ring family — coxswains and rowers who have been synonymous with the Royal St. John's Regatta for decades.
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Actor Luke Evans Shares His 'Me Time' on Instagram
The actor Luke Evans maintains a busy, year-round schedule shooting TV shows and movies around the world. But he tells Cheddar that he still finds time to meditate regularly and share glamour moments on Instagram. "I've learned how to...
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Nova Scotia wants law to protect coast from climate change
Nova Scotia wants to be the first in Canada to create a law to protect its coast from climate change. CBC's Kayla Hounsell reports.
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Clean water a luxury no more for remote First Nation
Clean water will no longer a a luxury for a remote First Nation in northwestern Ontario, because for the first time in more than a decade, the community has a water treatment plant. Fixing First Nations' water problems has been a major...
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Bizet’s ‘Carmen’ floats at Bregenz
Georges Bizet’s “Carmen” opens this years Bregenz Festival in Austria. The magnificent music, libretto and performances are complimented by a unique stage and set design that floats on Lake Constance. “Carmen” sur les flots du festival...