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# Chemicals

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# Lebanon
I knew of chemicals weeks before Beirut blast, says Lebanon’s president
Michel Aoun said he ordered action to be taken at the time but he has no authority over the port.
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Aug 7th 2020, 10:00 PM
# Whistleblowers
Air Corps whistleblower claims death toll from chemical-linked illnesses surpasses 72
Chronic fatigue, depression and anxiety are just some of the conditions the whistleblower has been living with for over a decade.
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Jan 21st 2019, 12:05 AM
# sanofi
Two people injured in chemical incident at laboratory in Waterford
The incident happened in a laboratory at the Sanofi Waterford site at around 11.20am.
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Aug 1st 2018, 2:30 PM
# Fatal
At least six dead and several seriously injured following explosion at Czech chemical plant
The incident happened in the northern town of Kralupy-nad-Vltavou.
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Mar 22nd 2018, 10:48 AM
# Water station
This tiny Michigan town is in a giant water fight with Nestlé
Residents are complaining that Nestlé’s water extraction techniques are ruining the environment.
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Feb 11th 2018, 6:15 AM
# Research
Your Christmas turkey could be chemical-filled if UK agrees on post-Brexit trade deal
Researchers found US poultry – washed in up to four chemical disinfectants – does not meet EU safety standards.
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Dec 18th 2017, 6:30 AM
# Safety
Watchdog to target discount and hardware stores for banned hazardous chemicals
The Health and Safety Authority has today launched a nationwide inspection campaign.
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Sep 11th 2017, 10:15 AM
# chemical exposure
Alleged Air Corps chemical exposure victims call for investigator to be replaced
Christopher O’Toole was a senior advisor to the Attorney General – a body named as the defendant in court documents.
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Jan 31st 2017, 6:10 AM
# Bangladesh
Firefighters struggle to contain blaze after factory explosion kills at least 25 people
Some 70 others were injured in the incident in Bangladesh, many critically.
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Sep 10th 2016, 2:03 PM
# Alert
Thieves stole a potentially lethal chemical from a Dublin vet
The euthatal was taken last week.
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Aug 4th 2015, 7:42 PM
# chin chin cheroo
A new injection could 'cure' double chins
Assuming you think a double chin is a terrible thing worth curing, obvs.
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Jan 27th 2015, 8:56 PM
Eight workers taken to hospital after chemical leak at Dublin plant
The company has said it was a small localised leak and an investigation has now been launched.
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Jan 15th 2015, 7:52 PM
# danger danger
No evidence 'deadly fake vodka' has arrived in Ireland but be careful what you buy
Vodka with dangerous chemicals has been found in the UK and an Irish watchdog has said people in this party season should be vigilant about where they get their alcohol.
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Dec 30th 2014, 5:35 PM
# Chemicals
US study finds link between pesticides and autism
The study found pregnant women who lived near farms where pesticides are applied had two-thirds higher risk of having children with autism.
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Jun 23rd 2014, 7:02 PM
# Chemicals
EPA accused by Senator of not acting on carcinogens released from Portlaoise plant
John Whelan says the EPA is ‘asleep at the wheel’.
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Apr 11th 2014, 5:39 PM
# vapour leak
25 children treated after chemical fumes incident at swimming pool
Six children were transferred from the pool at NUI Maynooth to Crumlin and Tallaght Hospitals as a precautionary measure.
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Mar 11th 2014, 2:05 PM
# Neurology
Toxins in everyday items linked with ADHD and other brain development disorders
Experts say they are worried that children are being exposed to chemicals that are “silently eroding intelligence, disrupting behaviours, truncating future achievements, and damaging societies”.
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Feb 15th 2014, 7:30 AM
# Barbecue
Not to ruin your weekend, but your BBQ might give you cancer
Research shows that your barbcue may be cooking up some dangerous chemicals, but don’t worry, we have tips on how to avoid it.
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Jun 8th 2013, 8:30 AM
# Pregnancy
Pregnant women 'should avoid ready meals, shower gel and new cars'
The guidance from a group of obstetricians and gynaecologists in the UK has been widely criticised.
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Jun 6th 2013, 10:12 AM
# casualties
1 dead, 49 injured as 'toxic chemical' train derails in Belgium
The freight train was carrying highly toxic chemicals when it derailed and exploded.
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May 5th 2013, 4:40 PM
# Texas
VIDEO: Live local TV news coverage of the Texas explosion
Watch live video from the local CBS affiliate in Dallas-Fort Worth as it covers the explosion at a chemical plant in West.
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Apr 18th 2013, 7:21 AM
# Texas
Several killed, and over 100 injured, in explosion at Texas fertiliser plant
A fertiliser plant in West, Texas, exploded following a fire – damaging buildings several blocks away.
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Apr 18th 2013, 7:12 AM
# Cancer
Plastic chemical may expose foetuses to cancer
Bisphenol A is a common component of plastic bottles and the linings of food cans
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Apr 9th 2013, 2:43 PM
# Defence Forces
Army called to Cavan school over unstable chemical
The bomb disposal team was deployed to Loreto College in Cavan Town.
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Oct 12th 2012, 8:14 PM
# Cork
Potentially dangerous chemicals from stricken German ship head for Cork coast
The containers are from the MSC Flaminia, which caught fire in the mid Atlantic in July.
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Sep 15th 2012, 2:19 PM
# danger
EU brings in new rules on public awareness of industrial hazards
Member states have to draw up emergency plans for areas surrounding industrial plants who work with large quantities of dangerous substances.
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Aug 14th 2012, 7:30 AM
# warning
Garda warning after dangerous chemicals stolen from factory in Limerick
Two white drums of caustic soda – which is extremely dangerous if it is inhaled or touches skin – were stolen overnight.
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Jul 20th 2012, 4:24 PM
# Bomb Squad
Army team makes safe unstable chemicals at Dundalk IT
The chemicals were found during a routine audit at DKIT this afternoon.
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Jul 10th 2012, 5:55 PM
# Chemicals
Bomb disposal team called to Thurles chemist after discovery of unstable acid
A controlled explosion was carried out on a quantity of the unstable Picric Acid.
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Jun 7th 2012, 3:01 PM
# Trade
Imports and exports down in February – CSO
Ireland’s trade surplus declined by €197 million over the first two months of 2012, with both exports and imports falling.
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Apr 17th 2012, 2:30 PM
Voices
Column: We should be wary of GM foods, if the past has taught us anything
In the past received wisdom was to blanket our fields in chemicals, writes Walter Ryan-Purcell – so what does that tell us for today?
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Apr 9th 2012, 6:00 PM
# Unstable Chemicals
Controlled explosion carried out at Dublin school
It follows the discovery of an unstable chemical during a routine audit of a secondary school lab in Glasnevin earlier today.
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Feb 13th 2012, 3:11 PM
# Unstable Chemicals
Bomb squad carry out controlled explosions in Dublin and Cork schools
The Army Bomb Disposal Team was called to two secondary schools today after the same unstable chemical was found.
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Sep 23rd 2011, 6:07 PM
# Chemicals
Controlled explosion carried out on chemicals in Celbridge
The Army Bomb Disposal team was called out to the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory today, following the discovery of unstable Picric Acid.
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Aug 30th 2011, 8:37 PM
# Chemical
Army called in after unstable chemical found at Meath school
The Irish Defence Forces carried out a controlled explosion after the chemical was discovered during a routine audit.
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Aug 5th 2011, 2:51 PM
# Picric Acid
Army bomb disposal team deals with chemical at Tralee IT
A small quantity of picric acid, which can become unstable over time, is found during a routine audit of chemicals.
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Jul 8th 2011, 3:25 PM
# what the frack?
Everything you ever needed to know about fracking
‘Fracking’ could soon begin in Ireland after sparking angry protests all over the world. So what’s all the fuss about – and what is it?
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Jul 5th 2011, 7:06 PM
# Chemicals
Unstable acid made safe in Limerick by army bomb disposal team
The Defence Forces team carried out a controlled explosion on a quantity of unstable Picric Acid in Kilmallock this morning.
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May 31st 2011, 3:02 PM
# English Channel
Chemical tanker brought to Brest after collision
No pollution found as tanker carrying petroleum product collides with another tanker.
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Oct 9th 2010, 1:10 PM