Storm interrupts water service (2634) Nov 18, 2009
A water tanker with potable water has been placed at Hanalei Park across from the courthouse, the release says ... Water tankers with potable water were placed at Wailua Houselots Park while residents there experienced water service interruptions. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Sunshine, trades help dry Kauai Nov 17, 2009
A water tanker with potable water has been placed at Hanalei Park across from the courthouse. Residents need to bring their own containers to transport water, the county said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Heavy rains disrupt water service in part sof Kauai, closes Hanalei school Nov 16, 2009
Water officials posted a water tanker with potable water at Hanalei Park across from the court house and another was sent to Wailua Houselots Park. Residents need to bring their own containers to transport water, officials said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Major water supply project for Eastern Region underway Nov 10, 2009
The statement noted that currently the Aburi Girls Secondary School, for instance, had leakages on its underground reservoir so used water tanker services to fetch water from a borehole on campus and sometimes from Madi= na in Accra. The board, according to the statement, expressed satisfaction with progress of work on the project and appealed to Mr. Baidoo to supervise t= he contractor to ensure the timely completion and value for money. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
DeBary fire contract awaits Orange City OK Oct 27, 2009
The projected 2009-2010 fiscal year expenses of $883,915 include $520,560 in personnel expenses, more than $100,000 in administrative fees, $42,000 for a water tanker and $211,540 in other expenses, including $28,300 for improvements to the interior of the DeBary fire station. DeBary City Council member Jack Lenzen said he hopes the city can replace the fire station at some point. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Suspended sentence for Black Saturday firefighter who killed teen in smash Oct 23, 2009
He was driving a fully-laden water tanker to a fuel reduction burn that had skipped control lines outside Marysville. Michael Tinney, SC, prosecuting, said Beckett later told investigators he panicked when he saw the van and tried to avoid it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Woman dies, man badly burned in Ulupalakua house fire Oct 13, 2009
The Kula and Makawao fire crews along with the Kahului hazardous materials crew, rescue crew and water tanker all responded to the blaze, along with Arruda and Maui police detectives and investigators. All that remained of the home Saturday morning was black rubble and a flight of stairs leading to nowhere. (Honolulu Advertiser)
A farewell to Margaritaville, the lime-green pumper truck Sep 6, 2009
Thanks to local donations and a grant from FEMA, the department bought a new water tanker in 2006 that had been used to transport water in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. A well-maintained 10-year-old truck can cost more than $150,000 and the $4,500 that the fire department receives each year from the Oglethorpe County government covers electricity, natural gas and fuel costs for the station without much money left over for new equipment, said Frey. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Somalia: Government Adds Voice to Drought Appeal Sep 5, 2009
He said: "We had two years of dismal rains and the people are on the verge of dying." The area is dependent on barkads (water catchments) for water "and almost all are dry. We are now trucking water sometimes over 100km," he said, adding that one water tanker, with 200 drums [each 200l], costs US$200. "Few, if any, can afford that.". (allAfrica.com)
Greeks Sift Through 'Unbelievable' Damage After Fires Aug 27, 2009
Panos Bekas drove a water tanker to fire-stricken areas at the height of the wildfires, unaware that his own home was being engulfed. On Wednesday, he rummaged through the remnants of his gutted house, not certain what to do. (Fox News)
Pile-up on F3 after 'scaffolding falls off truck', lanes closed Aug 27, 2009
A NSW Ambulance spokesman said two semitrailers, including a water tanker, and three cars were involved. Two people were being treated for minor injuries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Controversial Houston mayor gets things done Aug 26, 2009
He points out that he and the City Council are getting quite a bit done, including shoring up an old husk of a building so it can be used to store an enormous water tanker for fighting fires, a move he hopes will lower insurance rates for some residents. He also got the council to pass a "scofflaw" ordinance, so motorists caught driving in Houston drunk, with a canceled license, with more than $1,000 in unpaid fines or without insurance automatically lose their vehicle. (Anchorage Daily News)
Ash, smoke from forest fire visible in Flagstaff Aug 17, 2009
About 110 firefighters, as well as a helicopter water tanker, two air tankers and several fire engines responded to the blaze, which started in Sycamore Canyon, Smith said. He said the forest service is now ordering additional resources to fight the fire. (AZCentral -- News)
Georgia first responders take show on road Aug 12, 2009
L'Observateur Print Edition. By ROBIN SHANNONLObservateur Published/Last Modified on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 7:56 PM CDT. (L Observateur, LA)
Uganda: Peacekeepers in Somalia Hit By Strange Disease Jul 30, 2009
"For example, a rat could have urinated in a water tanker and spread the disease.". Al Shabaab, the Islamist insurgents fighting the Somali government and the peace-keepers, claimed responsibility, saying they had poisoned them. (allAfrica.com)
Molokai faces water shortage Jul 20, 2009
A 5,000-gallon water tanker has been placed in Kaunakakai with one water tank for potable water and one for nonpotable water, she said ... But the fire department is also monitoring water levels in the storage tank and, if needed, water tankers are standing by ... A 5,000-gallon water tanker has been placed in Kaunakakai with one water tank for potable water and one for nonpotable water, she said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Water pressure problem reported on Molokai Jul 18, 2009
A 5,000 gallon water tanker is at the intersection of Ala Malama Avenue and Kukui Place near the post office in Kaunakakai to allow residents to fill containers with water ... A 5,000 gallon water tanker is at the intersection of Ala Malama Avenue and Kukui Place near the post office in Kaunakakai to allow residents to fill containers with water. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Water conservation urged on Molokai after breakdown in water pump Jul 18, 2009
The County of Maui has mobilized a 5,000-gallon water tanker, which is at the intersection of Ala Malama Avenue and Kukui Place near the post office in Kaunakakai. It will be available in the evening and day time until repairs are completed. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Sick of shortages Jul 10, 2009
While driving around Faqua village we came across a private water tanker, its hose rolled through the street into the Sallah family's backyard. Murky-looking water gushed into an underground tank there. (BBC News -- Africa)
Denan Project Founder Tells Rotariansof Latest Progress Jul 8, 2009
Those donations helped purchase a water tanker truck and construct a reservoir and now the pipeline. Women and children were once forced to walk nine miles to collect water. (Voices, CT)
Fire burns 100 acres of Kalaheo pasture land Jul 8, 2009
Assistance was also provided by Goodfellow Brothers Inc., who brought three water tankers, and Kaua'i Coffee Company, who brought a water tanker and a loader. The cause of the fire is under investigation. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Rescue workers participate in airport crash drill Jun 19, 2009
In addition to Beverly, Wenham and Danvers emergency crews, a water tanker truck from Middleton participated. It would be needed to make foam that would be used to extinguish a fire, Vitale said. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Water shortage hits Agona Swedru and environs Jun 2, 2009
They said the situation had forced some residents to walk long distances to fetch unhygienic water, adding that it had also compelled the people, especially school children to buy water at exorbitant prices from water tanker suppliers. When GNA contacted Mr Baffour Ofosu-Addea, Swedru Area Manager of the Ghana Water Company Limited/AVRL, he confirmed the situation and attributed the shortage to frequent power outages being experienced at the Agona Kwanyako Treatment Plant. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Yukon River continues to batter Eagle May 7, 2009
A water tanker plane was en route to Eagle on Wednesday, and state officials were working to fill a request from Eagle city officials for life jackets, stoves, propane, sleeping bags, hand sanitizer and latex gloves, Zidek said. Palin on Wednesday issued a disaster declaration for areas of Interior Alaska affected by flooding, including the drainages of the Yukon, Kuskokwim, Kobuk and Susitna rivers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Fire forces residents from homes in B.C. Interior town May 5, 2009
As many as 40 firefighters were expected on the fire lines Sunday, assisted by three bulldozers, three helicopters and three water tanker trucks, said Ms. MacPherson. Ms. MacPherson said it was not yet known when the residents who were asked to leave their homes would be allowed to return. (Globe and Mail -- National)
LETTERS: NCT, May 5, 2009 May 5, 2009
" Now he has made it easier for them to attack and defeat us! Tell Congress to repeal these orders.Marcy YoungOceansidePresident Obama's first 100 daysWe find this man is following through with his campaign speech with that same smile, even though there have been three attempts on his life from the news so far. He is telling his plans to the public and he has said it will cost, for there has never been such a depression in the American history, so it will take about one year before the low bank... (North County Times)
New water tanker for Pilot Mound Apr 19, 2009
Sunday 19 April, 2009. Doubles water hauling capabilities. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Review - Tulpan Apr 18, 2009
Actually, there's nothing backward about them, except perhaps for Boni, the gold-teethed friend with the water tanker who wants to go and live in the city to meet girls with big bosoms. In truth, it shows us people of incredible toughness and tenacity, who are also tender and complex characters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
MP lauds President Mills' proposal for MPs' development fund Mar 23, 2009
He said as a short term measure, he was negotiating for the purchase of a water tanker estimated at 60,000 dollars from his own resources to distribute water to needy communities. He pledged his commitment towards restarting the defunct Saltpond ceramics factory to provide jobs for the teeming youth in the area. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Fantasy NASCAR - Free Mar 19, 2009
The money raised from the auction will go towards the purchase of a new 3000-liter four-wheel drive water tanker for the Yarra Glen Volunteer Fire Brigade. - Drv - Petty: Kasey Kahne Bristol. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Truce in Pakistan may just mean leeway for Taliban Mar 6, 2009
This week, two Pakistani soldiers who were part of a convoy escorting a water tanker were shot and killed because they failed to inform the Taliban in advance of their movements. On Wednesday, the provincial government signed an accord with the local Taliban leader that imposes Islamic law, or Shariah, in the area, and institutes a host of new regulations, including a ban on music, a requirement that shops close during calls to prayer and the installation of complaint boxes for reports of... (International Herald Tribune)
Claman makes more budget cuts to reduce deficit Feb 14, 2009
More likely, if a station is only one person short, Goodrich would look to take a tender -- a water tanker -- out of service. "Almost always," he said, stations will have other equipment available. (Anchorage Daily News)
Mass deaths feared in sealed-off Australia town Feb 11, 2009
A fire-fighter who drove through Marysville only 10 minutes before the firestorm hit on Saturday night said people banged on the side of his water tanker, begging his team to help people trapped in burning houses. "The toll is going to be massive," fireman John Munday said. (International Herald Tribune)
