Emergency repairs on collapsed promenade to begin
02 Mar
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Emergency repairs on collapsed promenade to begin

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Emergency works to repair a coastal town's promenade will begin on Monday.A huge void was found under the walkway in Hunstanton, Norfolk, after part of it collapsed due to high tides and strong winds on 5 February.During the repairs, a 140m (1,450ft) stretch of the promenade between the Waterside Bar and Oasis leisure centre will remain shut.The Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk said the work would take at least two weeks to complete.Beach material had been washed away from the base of the sea wall, allowing waves to damage the ground beneath the promenade.The damage was first spotted by council officials when a sinkhole emerged on part of the walkway.Surveys then found a large void - measuring 3.5m (11.4ft) deep and 14m (45.9ft) wide in places - below.The large void has been...
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AC Repair in Coral Springs FL – Things to Know
10 Aug
Lifestyle

AC Repair in Coral Springs FL – Things to Know

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Lifestyle Living in Coral Springs, FL, means enjoying the sunny South Florida lifestyle, but it also comes with the challenge of dealing with the heat and humidity that can be relentless throughout the year. In such a warm climate, a functioning air conditioning (AC) system is essential for comfort and well-being. When your AC system isn’t working properly, it’s not just inconvenient—it can be unbearable. This comprehensive guide will explore everything you need to know about AC repair in Coral Springs FL, helping you keep your home cool and comfortable all year long.The Importance of a Reliable AC System in Coral Springs, FLCoral Springs, FL, experiences high temperatures and humidity levels, especially during the summer months. In such an environment, a well-functioning AC system is crucial for maintaining a comfortable indoor climate. Without it, homes...
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Repair Kit for NASA’s NICER Mission Heading to Space Station
31 Jul
Science & Technology

Repair Kit for NASA’s NICER Mission Heading to Space Station

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NASA Space Technology NASA will deliver a patch kit for NICER (Neutron star Interior Composition Explorer), an X-ray telescope on the International Space Station, on the agency’s Northrop Grumman 21st commercial resupply mission. Astronauts will conduct a spacewalk to complete the repair.Located near the space station’s starboard solar array, NICER was damaged in May 2023. The mission team delivered the patch kit to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston in May 2024 so it could be prepped and packed for the upcoming resupply mission.“It’s incredible that in just one year, we were able to diagnose the problem and then design, build, test, and deliver a solution,” said Steve Kenyon, NICER’s mechanical lead at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. “We’re so excited to see the patches installed during a future spacewalk, return to...
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