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| Three Gorges Dam Video | China Flood Control Tests Huge Yangtze River Dam Posted: 20 Jul 2010 09:21 AM PDT The Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River in China is a $30 billion gamble with a dual purpose: To try and stop flooding in Southern China; to generate hydro-electricity. The Three Gorges Dam has been operational for a couple of years now, and it’s facing its first real test, with water levels rising perilously close to the Dam’s maximum capacity.
The dam is now close to capacity, with water levels rising by up to 4m a day. 20m more would mean a huge problem. The torrential rains which are causing these problems have already killed 146 people, with another 40 missing presumed dead. The Yangtze has seen deadly floods in 1954 and 1998, but at least the Three Gorges Dam should lessen the death toll this time around. OK, so 1.4 million people had to be relocated during the dam’s construction, but it may end up having been a worthy venture in the end. |
| Adorable Porcupine Thinks He’s a Puppy Video | Cute Critter Plays Like a Dog Posted: 19 Jul 2010 05:14 PM PDT I’ve always thought that porcupines were prickly customers, but here's one that's guaranteed to melt your heart! This five-year-old critter originally lived as someone’s pet, and now has residence at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. It seems like an arrangement that Stinkers enjoys, as he gets apple treats and plenty of loving scratches! I’d never thought about owning a porcupine before, but this video has me wanting one! |
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