As global temperatures rise and summer months bring record high temperatures, employers are exploring wearable technologies to keep workers safe. A new crop of devices collect biometric data to estimate signs of heat stress and prompt workers to take a… Source: LacrosseTribune.com
Read moreThousands of people live downstream from dams yet may not always realize the risks. An Associated Press review found that conflicting federal policies may be inhibiting the ability of local officials to share details with residents and businesses about the… Source: LacrosseTribune.com
Read moreAn Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a way for… Source: LacrosseTribune.com
Read moreThe western prairie fringed orchid is a rare flowering plant that has declined due to loss of its native prairie habitat. Researchers in North Dakota are hoping to learn more about its reproduction and role in its ecosystem. The striking… Source: LacrosseTribune.com
Read moreThe final results were in Friday: the Democratic national convention was more popular with television viewers than the Republicans’. Yet if you’re wondering whether that might be an indicator of success in November, it’s probably not worth a bet. Over… Source: LacrosseTribune.com
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