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Study finds wildfire smoke more harmful to humans than pollution from cars

Study finds wildfire smoke more harmful to humans than pollution from cars

In Southern California, pollutants from wildfire smoke caused up to a 10 percent increase in hospital admissions. Researchers say there's a need for better air monitoring and public health programs.
by Nathan Rott

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It's not just Texas: The entire energy grid needs an upgrade for extreme weather

It's not just Texas: The entire energy grid needs an upgrade for extreme weather

The U.S. power grid was designed for technology and weather that existed in the 1950s, '60s and '70s, says energy consultant Alison Silverstein. Now, she says, it needs to be updated for a future that includes climate change.
by Jeff Brady

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The power is back on in Texas. Now comes the recovery, and it won't be cheap

The power is back on in Texas. Now comes the recovery, and it won't be cheap

Texas racked up tens of billions of dollars in electricity expenses as a free-wheeling market design sent prices skyrocketing in the wake of winter storms. The state could spend years paying down those costs — costs that many experts say were avoidable.
by Camila Domonoske

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8.7 million people under boil water notices in Texas

8.7 million people under boil water notices in Texas

The figure is a sharp drop from the weekend — but it's still roughly comparable to the entire populations of states such as Virginia or New Jersey.
by Bill Chappell

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Boeing: 777s with engine that blew apart should be grounded

Boeing: 777s with engine that blew apart should be grounded

Boeing has recommended that airlines ground all of its 777s with the type of engine that suffered a catastrophic failure over Denver this weekend, as U.S. regulators ordered United Airlines to step up inspections of those aircraft.
by The Associated Press

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After days of power outages, some Texas residents now face huge electricity bills

After days of power outages, some Texas residents now face huge electricity bills

Texas allows companies to sell electricity through variable-rate plans. When the price of electricity skyrocketed last week, that meant exorbitant bills for many residents who had been trying to save money.
by Rebecca Hersher

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