hazardous

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Army Corps of Engineers cleared nearly 9,700 properties of hazardous items and other fire debris in eight months, one of the fastest cleanups of its size in modern history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

“Weather alerts are intended to raise awareness of hazardous conditions, while emergency alerts issued by local authorities are used to communicate immediate protective actions tied to a specific incident,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

The TSA screens passengers and luggage for hazardous items.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

E-noses are being explored for medical diagnoses, such as detecting infections from breath, and for identifying hazardous compounds in environments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

It was hazardous, but it was the only way to traverse an area both as Negro and white.

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin