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🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Request for help for crew on boarded ship

The crew aboard the bulk carrier Caffa is reportedly running low on food and fresh water as they face restrictions imposed by Swedish authorities.

Mar 23 • 08:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SEVERE COST ⟩ How to avoid expensive water damage before it's too late?

The article discusses the dangers of water leaks in homes, especially when they go unnoticed, and highlights the benefits of smart home security solutions in preventing such damage.

Mar 23 • 05:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Aldea del Fresno prohibits drinking tap water due to high manganese levels

The municipality of Aldea del Fresno has declared tap water unsafe for human consumption due to elevated manganese levels, requiring residents to rely on public water deposit installations for drinking and cooking.

Mar 22 • 23:04 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Toronto residents urged to stay away from waterways amid heavy rainfall

Toronto residents are advised to avoid waterways after heavy rainfall raises safety concerns.

Mar 22 • 21:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Four beach segments are unfit for bathing this weekend in Paraíba; check which ones

Four beach areas in Paraíba have been deemed unfit for swimming this weekend, according to a recent water quality report.

Mar 21 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Prolagos distributes Annual Water Quality Report to residents

Prolagos is distributing its Annual Water Quality Report, detailing extensive laboratory analyses conducted to ensure water safety for residents in five cities.

Mar 21 • 03:03 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Water advisory issued after West Kelowna water reservoir ‘intentionally damaged’

A water advisory has been issued in West Kelowna, B.C., after city workers found intentional damage to a local water reservoir.

Mar 20 • 18:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Drummer of Australian Band Fell into Water While Playing on Pontoon Stage Where Sharks Are Present

A drummer from an Australian band accidentally fell into a body of water known to have sharks while performing on a pontoon stage.

Mar 20 • 09:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

When bacteria speak electrically: a new innovation to monitor our food safety

A recent innovation uses live bacteria as biosensors to monitor food safety by generating electrical signals in response to specific materials in food or water.

Mar 20 • 02:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Taking a bath with the washing machine running: why it is not recommended and what can happen

Experts caution against showering while the washing machine is operating due to potential issues with water pressure, temperature fluctuations, and electrical overloads.

Mar 19 • 13:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Invisible Risk: The Health Cost of Trusting the Tap

In Mexico, there is a growing concern over the safety of tap water, which poses health risks despite its common use in cooking.

Mar 19 • 12:21 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Scientist Warns – Many Wash Fruits and Vegetables Incorrectly: "Water Won't Help"

A Lithuanian scientist emphasizes the importance of proper washing techniques for fruits and vegetables, challenging common practices of just rinsing with water.

Mar 19 • 08:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Scientist points out: we are washing fruits and vegetables incorrectly - just water is not enough

A Lithuanian scientist warns that merely rinsing fruits and vegetables with water is inadequate for ensuring their safety, as proper washing techniques vary based on the produce's physiology and transportation conditions.

Mar 19 • 06:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man hospitalized after water slide accident in MG; family points to lack of monitoring and omission of help

A 55-year-old man remains hospitalized in serious but stable condition following a water slide accident at a leisure complex in São Tomé das Letras, MG.

Mar 18 • 17:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Couple run over by 'pirate ship' during kiss was 'still getting to know each other,' says jet ski pilot

A couple in Brazil was struck by a tourist boat while on a jet ski, with the pilot describing them as still getting to know each other.

Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fire at ‘Olmeca’ refinery: Who are the victims of the accident at the Pemex plant?

Five people died following a fire at the ‘Olmeca’ refinery in Dos Bocas, Tabasco, caused by an overflow of oily water.

Mar 18 • 04:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jet ski rider run over by 'pirate boat' was trapped under the vessel: 'We see death in the eyes'

A jet ski rider was injured after being struck by a 'pirate boat' in Balneário Camboriú, Brazil, resulting in him being trapped under the vessel while another passenger suffered serious injuries.

Mar 17 • 16:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water truck overturns and hits house in Três Rios

A water truck overturned and collided with a house in Três Rios, Brazil, but fortunately, no one was injured.

Mar 17 • 15:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bus sinks into asphalt and reveals leak that left residents without water in the interior of SP

A bus accident in Pereira Barreto, Brazil, revealed a significant water leak that had caused water shortages for local residents.

Mar 17 • 15:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Dam overflows, floods highway, and becomes a festive spot with sound car in the interior of PI

Residents are celebrating on a flooded highway in Piauí after a dam overflowed, with videos showing them enjoying the water without any formal safety measures.

Mar 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Body of man who disappeared in river in Teodoro Sampaio is found

A 58-year-old man's body, who drowned in the confluence of the Paranapanema and Pirapozinho Rivers in Teodoro Sampaio, was found by fishermen after rescue efforts resumed.

Mar 17 • 12:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

He Couldn’t Even Exhale: A Drunk Driver Downed Half a Liter of Water in Seconds to Avoid Testing Positive

A drunk driver in Buenos Aires attempted to drink half a liter of water quickly to avoid a breathalyzer test during a police check.

Mar 17 • 11:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mar del Plata: he went swimming in the water, got lost among the waves, and died

A 72-year-old man drowned while swimming at Cabo Corrientes beach in Mar del Plata, Argentina, after being reported missing by a friend.

Mar 17 • 10:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: couple hit by 'pirate ship' was stopped on a jet ski at the time of the collision

A couple on a jet ski was struck by a tourist 'pirate ship' in Balneário Camboriú, Brazil, while they were stationary, resulting in minor injuries for the woman.

Mar 16 • 17:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man drowns while trying to cross dam in Campinas

A 40-year-old man drowned in a dam near Avenida Ruy Rodrigues in Campinas, Brazil, during an attempted swim across the water body.

Mar 16 • 14:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

3-year-old dies after drowning in a water tank in the backyard of her home in Itapecuru-Mirim

A three-year-old girl tragically drowned in a water tank in the backyard of her home in Itapecuru-Mirim, Brazil.

Mar 16 • 14:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Toxic Leachate from Foam Plastic Kills Water Beetles

A study reveals that leachates from common foam plastic items are highly toxic to water beetles and other aquatic organisms, raising concerns about environmental safety.

Mar 16 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Firefighters' Weekend: From Water Rescue Operations to Fire Extinguishing in Open Areas

Firefighters in Lithuania responded to multiple incidents over the weekend, including a fire in an apartment in Vilnius and a house fire in Stakliškiai, highlighting the dangers posed by the absence of smoke detectors.

Mar 16 • 10:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Firefighters' Weekend: From Water Rescue Operations to Fire Extinguishing in Open Areas

Emergency responders in Lithuania were active over the weekend, dealing with multiple fire incidents and saved a sleeping resident from a kitchen fire in Vilnius.

Mar 16 • 10:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The ban in Rēzekne and Ludza regions does not stop people from climbing onto the ice of water bodies

Authorities in Ludza and Rēzekne have issued warnings and imposed a ban on accessing the ice of public water bodies to prevent accidents.

Mar 15 • 14:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning for Many Residents Due to Flooding: Calls for Safety Precautions

Residents near the Lėvenas River in Lithuania have been warned about rising water levels and potential flooding, prompting precautionary measures.

Mar 14 • 11:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Kaunas and Jonava districts, warning sirens sounded as water levels rose suddenly: people left their homes due to flooding

In response to rising water levels, warning sirens were activated in Radikiai village, prompting residents to evacuate, though the situation later stabilized.

Mar 13 • 06:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water

Access issues to Alcoa's mine sites are raising alarm over the safety of drinking water in Western Australia.

Mar 12 • 21:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Tragedy in Slovakia, a one-year-old child drowned in a garden pond

A one-year-old child tragically drowned in a garden pond in Slovakia, raising concerns about child safety around water sources.

Mar 12 • 17:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Police and Border Guard Board has prohibited access to the ice on border water bodies starting Friday

The Police and Border Guard Board in Estonia has banned access to the ice on all border water bodies due to unsafe melting conditions.

Mar 12 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Gran 'scarred for life' after Ryanair flight and still has flashbacks weeks later

A grandmother suffered severe burns from boiling water on a Ryanair flight, leaving her traumatized and with lasting injuries.

Mar 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Darwin's boil water alert lifted after testing shows water is free of E.coli

Darwin has lifted its boil water alert after testing confirmed the water is safe for consumption without boiling.

Mar 12 • 03:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dad claims daughter, 3, scalded at McDonald's accidentally served boiling drink

A father alleges that his daughter was scalded by boiling water mistakenly served at a McDonald's in Singapore.

Mar 11 • 23:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Water tank rupture by Sabesp leaves one dead, several injured, and destroys houses in SP

A water tank rupture in Mairiporã, São Paulo, has resulted in one death and several injuries, along with significant damage to local houses and vehicles.

Mar 11 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Businessman is found dead after jet ski ride in lagoon in Ceará

Businessman Euclides Victor Paiva de Azevedo, known as 'Catorze', was found dead after drowning during a jet ski ride in Lagoa do Catu, Ceará.

Mar 11 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Businessman disappears in lagoon during jet ski ride in Ceará

A businessman went missing in the Lagoa do Catu in Aquiraz, Ceará, while riding a jet ski.

Mar 11 • 12:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rescue teams searched for someone who jumped into the water near Ihaste Bridge

Rescue teams were alerted after a person reportedly jumped over the railing of Ihaste Bridge, though it was unclear whether they fell into the water or landed elsewhere.

Mar 11 • 11:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Was Added to Milk. The Trial in a Notorious Scandal Begins

A trial begins in Poland regarding a notorious milk dilution scandal involving the 'milk gang' which diluted milk with water and falsified delivery documentation.

Mar 11 • 10:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Images show the opening of the gates of the Tucuruí Hydroelectric Plant in PA; understand the reason

The Tucuruí Hydroelectric Plant opened five gates to control water flow and maintain safety levels in the reservoir.

Mar 11 • 08:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Water Supply Pipe Rising More Than Ten Meters from Underground in Osaka, Road Closed

A water supply pipe rose several meters underground in Osaka, prompting a road closure due to safety concerns, though no injuries were reported.

Mar 11 • 01:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Painter electrocuted while working at a water treatment station in Uberlândia

A 38-year-old painter named Túlio Wilson Guimarães died after being electrocuted while painting at a water treatment facility in Uberlândia, Brazil.

Mar 10 • 22:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Read the answers to these seven questions and understand the debate about our drinking water

The article addresses the safety of Danish tap water and discusses the role of pesticide contamination in the current political debate.

Mar 10 • 18:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Two employees of the Río Negro Judiciary died after falling into a water canal in a car

Two employees of the Río Negro Judiciary died after their car veered into a water canal in Cervantes, Argentina.

Mar 10 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Neris – an incredible sight: captured how the water swept away a cabin

A cabin swept away by rising waters in Lithuania has been retrieved and safety measures against rising water levels are urged.

Mar 10 • 13:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Figures for 2025: More Drownings in Bavaria

In 2025, the number of drownings in Bavaria rose significantly, with 84 fatalities reported compared to 70 the previous year.

Mar 10 • 11:21 UTC

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