News
Sept 3 Japan to help pay for tsunami debris cleanup
June 27
Tsunami debris fears spark cleanup in U.S. states
Canadian officials have no formal plans for B.C.’s coast
June 12, Tons of foamlike material is littering beaches.
June 6, Huge dock washes up in Oregon
May 11, RADIATION FALLOUT REACHING NORTH AMERICAN SHORES
Find more news at Aquatic Remedy twitter feed and facebook timeline
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Report findings ~ DisasterDebris@noaa.gov
(Include: date, location, amount, pictures or video)
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GOVERNMENT STATEMENTS
American ~ http://www.marinedebris.noaa.gov/info/japanfaqs.html
Canadian ~ http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/publicnotifications/tsunami-debris.htm
Canadian June 17 update ~ http://env.gov.bc.ca/epd/tsunami-debris/pdf/tsunami-debris-faq.pdf
Japanese ~ http://www.kantei.go.jp/jp/singi/kaiyou/hyouryuu_eng.html
Do we understand this hazard?
- Certain debris is explosive, and much more is surely toxic.
- Small pieces of debris will choke, hurt and kill wildlife.
- Foreign organisms are changing and threatening the ecosystem.
- Larger items can damage infrastructure, boats and beaches.
beachcombers alert Curtis Ebbesmeyer's Blog on Tsunami Debris
Path of Tsunami Debris floating toward North America.
Watering spike system for growing mushrooms at home!
Find out more at mushboo.com
Bee Well ~ Helping bees get clean water in the city.
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How do bees find the Bee Well? ~ They easily sense water and clay.
Why do bees prefer mud and clay with their water?
~ Clay cools and cleans water, plus bees use it as a filter.
~ Mud and clay have essential nutrients for bee's immune systems.
Where should the Bee Well be located?
~ Near the hive is best, gives bees more energy to pollinate.
~ Where to divert bees, at swimming pool, outdoor sink or dog dish.
Watering Spike ~ Use less water and have less hassle!
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No soil erosion ~ Unlike conventional watering, where nutrients are washed away.
No root rot ~ Maintains soil moisture with vapor, keeping it hydrated not soaked.
No water spills ~ Perfect for hanging planters or balconies where dripping is bad.
No worries watering ~ Creates ideal soil moisture for most vegetables or other plants.
No problem vacation ~ Watering is easily scheduled. For longer trips, a larger bottle!
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What makes this system so practical?
It’s proven ~ Used at least ten thousand years as food crop irrigation in dry regions.
Highly efficient ~ 5-10 times less water other spike systems, drip or soaker hoses.
Use in established pots ~ Digging softly with fingers allows the roots to survive.
Easy to use ~ Water level is visible, and spike can be removed for refill; no spilling.
Why is there less evaporation?
The ceramic system cools both water and soil, creating a stable condition.
Because more heat escalates cooling, this system is self-regulating.
Loosen soil softly with fingers and spread roots apart.
Press spike solidly into soil to support weight of bottle.
If your bottle falls over easily, lean against something.
