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Killer Seaweed Affects your Pocketbook

Nicknamed “Killer Algae,” due to the large amount of toxic chemicals this plant releases, Caulerpa Taxifolia is a species of seaweed invading the Mediterranean Sea... and your wallet. What was once only found in places such as Hawaii and the Indian Ocean, has rapidly spread throughout the Mediterranean. Yachts, boats, fishing nets and anchors are the main contributing factors to the unwanted increase of this species in coastal areas. 

 


on Jun 12, 2009 Posted by: Leah Einwalter | Comment (0)

Top 10 Shark Attack Beaches

North America is home to dozens of beaches where people opt to swim with the sharks. Seeing more shark-human interaction than any other country, you'll find incidents at beaches from Florida to New Jersey to Oregon. Usually a predatory mistake, sharks tend to mistake surfers with their flapping hands and kicking feet for an injured animal or an easy meal. So where are the most dangerous beaches located? This list sites the top 10 most infamous shark attack locations.

List compiled by By Stephen Regenold, ForbesTraveler.com

on May 29, 2009 Posted by: Leah Einwalter | Comment (0)

Preventing the Spread of Contagious Diseases

It happens all too often, you come down with a cold at work and even though everyone treats you as though you’ve contracted some new strain of malaria, within a week or so the rest of the crew is coughing the same cough. Sick at sea is no fun, and with such small corridors and living space everyone surrounding you is likely to pick up your germs. There are certain steps you can take, besides washing your hands raw, to protect yourself from contracting any illness


on Apr 29, 2009 Posted by: Leah Einwalter | Comment (0)
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