sanitation
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Around 9 a.m., sanitation workers were maneuvering what appeared to be a massive vacuum hose inside the drain, hoovering up debris before the manhole cover could be sealed.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
The regulations allowed for safe, sanctioned camping for up to 50 people with amenities like security and sanitation.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Herrera hoped to be able to invest "when there is a free Cuba," to support his compatriots who lack housing, infrastructure, sanitation, and electricity.
From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026
The campaign, which was launched ahead of International Women's Day last month, also highlights the issue of water necessity for sanitation and feminine hygiene.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
Since some 15,000 people were jammed into an area meant to house 5,000, at most, the sanitation system was deplorably inadequate.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
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Africa - Introductory
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