[Water News] DJ Gongol & Associates Water News - January 5, 2009

[Brian Gongol]

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Highlights from the past week
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The Corps of Engineers has told Cedar Rapids that it can't afford to 
build the dream flood-protection system that's been talked about:
http://www.pumpstoreusa.com/newsletter/2009/12/28/

The Associated Press reports that it's looking like tougher scrutiny is 
ahead for the nation's water systems:
http://www.pumpstoreusa.com/newsletter/2009/12/29/

The Iowa DNR says that chloride is "pervasive" in the state's 
groundwaters, and nobody seems to know why:
http://www.pumpstoreusa.com/newsletter/2009/12/30/


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One of the worst things that can happen during this time of year is for 
a major fire to break out -- especially in an area with clustered 
buildings, like many of our pre-automotive downtowns. Unfortunately, 
this is also the time of year when portable heaters, fireplaces, and old 
furnaces are in nearly continuous use, as we try to stay warm despite 
outdoor temperatures that drop well below zero.

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