June 2012
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Public Health Department seeking persons who had...
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is seeking anyone who may have had contact with a rabid bat that was found at the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Center in Irwindale, CA on Saturday, June 9th.
According to a press release, a group of individuals surrounded the bat for about 30 minutes and, upon testing, it was determined that the bat had rabies. The department urges individuals to...
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Japan tsunami marine debris washing up on CA...
The 9.0 earthquake that hit Japan causing a tsunami may have occurred over a year ago, but the debris from the incident has the potential to hit US shores for years to come, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Los Angelenos should be prepared to take the proper safety precautions.
Marine debris can take on several different forms and authorities should be...
Hazardous Materials Quiz: Answer to Question 4
Check out the answer to yesterday’s Hazardous Materials Quiz question:
True or false? All instances of hazardous material exposure can be treated at home; there is no need to seek professional help.
A. True
B. False
(B) False. Professional help should be sought when infection occurs or other serious health complications are present.
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Hazardous Materials Quiz: Question 4
Test your knowledge of hazardous materials:
True or false? All instances of hazardous material exposure can be treated at home; there is no need to seek professional help.
True
False
Visit ReadyLA again tomorrow for the answer!
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Hazardous Materials Quiz: Answer to Question 3
Check out the answer to yesterday’s Hazardous Materials Quiz question:
The following is an example of a potentially hazardous material:
Peanut butter
Pool cleaner
A hammer
(B) Pool cleaner can be hazardous due to the presence of chlorine.
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Hazardous Materials Quiz: Question 3
Test your knowledge of hazardous materials:
The following is an example of a potentially hazardous material:
Peanut butter
Pool cleaner
A hammer
Visit ReadyLA again tomorrow for the answer!
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Hazardous Materials Quiz: Answer to Question 2
Check out the answer to yesterday’s Hazardous Materials Quiz question:
Treatment for exposure to hazardous materials can include:
Washing off the infected area with clothing
Washing off the infected area and disposing of your clothing
There is no treatment
(B) Removing clothing and washing yourself can prevent infection from worsening or spreading.
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Hazardous Materials Quiz: Question 2
Test your knowledge of hazardous materials:
Treatment for exposure to hazardous materials can include:
Covering up the infected area with clothing
Washing off the infected area and disposing of your clothing
There is no treatment
Visit ReadyLA again tomorrow for the answer!
Hazardous Materials Quiz: Answer to Question 1
Check out the answer to yesterday’s Hazardous Materials Quiz question:
Which of the following describes a group of hazardous materials?
Pudding, coffee and granola bars
Medications, herbal remedies and skin ointments
Car batteries, bleach, glass and pool cleaners, paint, insecticides and motor oil
(C) Each of the listed materials has the potential to cause physical harm which can manifest...
Hazardous Materials Quiz: Question 1
Test your knowledge of hazardous materials:
Which of the following describes a group of potentially hazardous materials?
Pudding, coffee and granola bars
Medications, herbal remedies and skin ointments
Car batteries, bleach, glass and pool cleaners, paint, insecticides and motor oil
Visit ReadyLA again tomorrow for the answer!
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Daily ReadyLA Quiz: How much do you know about...
It’s Hazardous Materials Awareness Month, but do you know which products sitting in your cabinets might be dangerous? Test your knowledge! Every day this week, we’re posting a new question about hazardous materials – are you as safe as you think you are? Visit ReadyLA throughout the week to find out.
Photo credit: SoulRider.222/ Flickr Creative Commons
June is Hazardous Materials Awareness Month
Relaxing by the pool is a favorite summertime activity for many, but when it comes to healthy living, it’s important to remember that pool chemicals can potentially exert hazardous materials – as can many household products, such as car batteries and paint.
June is Hazardous Materials Awareness month and there are several toxic and corrosive substances that, when in contact with the skin, can...
LA Kings Parade Set for Thursday, June 14, 2012
The Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup Championship Parade and Rally will be held on Thursday, June 14, 2012. The parade will begin at noon at the corner of Figueroa and 5th streets and move down Figueroa to the Staples Center.
Street closures will begin as early as 4:00 a.m. Thursday morning and include the following:
· Figueroa Street between 3rd Street and Pico Boulevard
· 11th...
