Seven
years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the city and killed nearly
2,000 people, New Orleans is testing its improved defenses with the
arrival of Hurricane Isaac. Isaac could drop more than a foot of rain on
Southern Louisiana before the storm heads north and east to soak places
from St. Louis to Chicago and Indianapolis by Sunday. Source Link
Some day, the term “driving 55” could be a comment about your gas mileage and not your speed. New government rules would require the average fleet fuel mileage to rise to nearly 55 miles per gallon by 2025. The increase could equal a dollar-per-gallon savings on the price of gas, but would also be likely raise the cost of a new car to pay for new technology for improved mileage. Source Link
Kids with allergies need to take some special precautions in school to help prevent attacks. Experts advise allergic children to avoid chalk dust, be aware of any breathing problems after physical activity, and don’t cuddle with classroom pets. And kids with allergies should pack a lunch to steer clear of any bad reactions from cafeteria foods. Source Link
