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Pacific Ocean Blob Causing Cold

April 24, 2015April 24, 2015 Justin Millerblob, cold, Pacific Ocean, sea, spring, warm

by Justin Miller of Walkersville Lions Pride “The blob” is the reason we got snow in March in 2015 and why today, April 24th 2015, a freeze watch has been issued for the weekend. Why on Earth is it so cold? “The blob”- that’s why. “The blob” is a term coined by climate scientist Nick Bond and refers to a very large patch of water on the West Coast that is about 2-3 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than it usually is in that part of the Pacific Ocean. Not only has…

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Total Burn Ban

April 24, 2015 Michael Kusterburn ban, Frederick County, weather

The Frederick County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a total ban on outdoor burning effective immediately until 8:00 p.m. this evening, April 24, 2015. All outdoor burning, including recreational fires, is prohibited. The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement this morning for Frederick County that stated the combination of dry humidity and breezy conditions will lead to an enhanced threat for the spread of wildfires. Residents are encouraged to exercise caution when handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes and matches. Be sure to properly discard all…

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Glade Elementary Jaguar Spot Winners

April 24, 2015 Michael Kuster

Glade Elementary School JAGUAR SPOT WINNERS April 24, 2015 Congratulations to this week’s Jaguar Spot winners for showing SPOT-on behavior. Way to go!!! • Ben Bertolette • Victoria Childers • Aseriyah Coates • Emaleigh Farris • Ashley Kramer • Ryan Maxey • Jacob McCullough • Parker Newton • Aidan Olthof • Connor Moody • Tyler Schroyer • Darren Wills

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New Water Treatment Facility

April 23, 2015April 23, 2015 Michael Kusterreverse osmosis, Walkersville, water

The Town of Walkersville has been planning to replace its aging water treatment facility for some time. The Town’s water treatment plant is about forty years old. Last year, town leaders agreed to pursue plans for a system that utilizes reverse osmosis. Reverse osmosis water treatment plants utilize a semi-permeable membrane to filter molecules or ions from water, and pressure to reverse the natural flow of solvents through the membrane. Many types of molecules and ions can be removed from water including bacteria. The two recent cases of Walkersville’s water…

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County to Upgrade Notification System

April 23, 2015April 23, 2015 Frederick County - News FlashAlert, Frederick County

On May 6, 2015, Frederick County will be upgrading the Alert Frederick County notification system. The county launched the Alert Frederick County system in 2010 and this upgrade will bring increased functionality to the Alert Frederick County system. The Alert Frederick County notification system allows government officials to send emergency messages directly to residents via telephone, e-mail, text message and more. In addition to emergency alerts, residents can chose to receive optional community updates by text message or e-mail including: severe weather, City of Frederick, Town of Emmitsburg, Town of Thurmont, Thurmont Police Department, Town of Walkersville, Town…