When Crisis Strikes On Everest — How Do You Respond?
Physician Ken Kamler describes his experience as a doctor on Mount Everest during one of its deadliest days in its history.
Environment
Avoiding A Future Crisis, Madison Removed Lead Water Pipes 15 Years Ago
The water crisis in Flint, Mich., raised an alarm about the dangers of lead in our water supply, but it is not new knowledge. Madison, Wis., knew about it and removed all its lead pipes 15 years ago.
Elevated Levels Of Suspected Carcinogen Found In States' Drinking Water
A chemical widely used to make many water-resistant and nonstick items can be found in many community water supplies. But elevated levels of PFOA are turning up in three Northeastern states.
When Hawks Attack! Area Birds Ready To Defend Their Nests
In the spring, North Carolina's many hiking trails provide the perfect urban escape for hikers and bikers. But for one Triad area cyclist, his carefree ride through the woods turned into a nightmare.
California's Sierra Snowpack Shows Improvement; Drought Still Not Over
Updated snowpack measurements show El Nino has helped ease the drought in California. While reservoirs are filling up, conservation measures remain in place.
California Officials Release New Rainfall Figures After El Nino
Officials in California offer new figures on rain and snowfall in the state. El Nino has filled reservoirs, but the drought is still ongoing.
Mysterious Death Uncovers Risk In Federal Oil Field Rules
Oil worker Dustin Bergsing, 21, was found dead on top of a North Dakota oil tank in 2012. A journalist and a doctor looking into the death found a pattern of similar fatal accidents.
Adopt A Beehive — Save A Beekeeper?
Many of the foods we eat depend on pollination from honeybees. But bees are in trouble, and so are beekeepers — replacing lost hives is expensive. Some have come up with a new source of funding.
U.S. Geology Maps Reveal Areas Vulnerable To Man-Made Quakes
Parts of Oklahoma and Texas have about the same risk of an earthquake as parts of California, the maps show. Why? Wastewater that oil and gas operations are pumping into wells adds pressure on faults.
Massive 'Bleaching' Affects Great Barrier Reef
Scientists in Australia say high water temperatures are causing a large part of the reef to loose its color — an indicator of declining coral health.