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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Ventura sinkhole takes down a shed and two vehicles, sends people scrambling
A sinkhole near a construction site in Ventura took down a shed and two vehicles Tuesday morning, as the ground collapsed several feet — rupturing pavement, cracking a fence and sending people fleeing for safety. The sinkhole formed next to the site of a future apartment building on East Front Street near South Laurel Street, but it primarily damaged an adjacent lot where several vehicles had been parked. The sinkhole is located less than a mile from the Ventura Pier and even closer to the ocean. No one was injured in the collapse. Ventura city officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment about the sinkhole. A representative for the company building the apartment complex also could not be reached for comment. Tron Elliott, who owns a nearby auto repair shop, said a neighbor grabbed him early Tuesday after noticing the ground was moving. Elliott and the neighbor both store vehicles in the lot where the sinkhole eventually formed. "We could see it was starting to sink and drop,' Elliott said in an interview with The Times. 'It just happened to be where my trucks were." The two men worked together to try to move the at-risk vehicles away from the area, and were able to move two before the movement accelerated. As Elliott worked to pull out a third vehicle to safety, he said the ground shifted again, and his son yelled at him to get out. 'I was trying to tow another truck out," said Elliott, the owner of Elliott's Performance, an auto repair shop about 100 yards away from the sinkhole. 'I floored it up and over as it collapsed." Read more: Rancho Palos Verdes is home to a Trump golf course. But his cuts are imperiling the city's landslide response Just after he moved the vehicle out, he looked back and watched a customer's blue pickup truck descend with the sinking earth, collapsing into his personal black truck. When the ground shifted a bit more, the movement pushed a covered Porche onto the edge of the sinkhole, left precariously dangling. "It's stuck pretty good," Elliott said. City officials later came and red-tagged the area, declaring it too dangerous for anyone to enter, Elliott said. He didn't know what might have caused the sinkhole, but said there hasn't been any more movement since early Tuesday. He wasn't particularly worried about future sinkholes, as much as he was concerned about how another large apartment building could affect the area. 'Too many apartment complexes, they're trying to push us out," Elliott said of the small businesses in the area. "We expect some growth but this is out of control." Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Los Angeles Times
Ventura sinkhole takes down a shed and two vehicles, sends people scrambling
A sinkhole near a construction site in Ventura took down a shed and two vehicles Tuesday morning, as the ground collapsed several feet — rupturing pavement, cracking a fence and sending people fleeing for safety. The sinkhole formed next to the site of a future apartment building on East Front Street near South Laurel Street, but it primarily damaged an adjacent lot where several vehicles had been parked. The sinkhole is located less than a mile from the Ventura Pier and even closer to the ocean. No one was injured in the collapse. Ventura city officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment about the sinkhole. A representative for the company building the apartment complex also could not be reached for comment. Tron Elliott, who owns a nearby auto repair shop, said a neighbor grabbed him early Tuesday after noticing the ground was moving. Elliott and the neighbor both store vehicles in the lot where the sinkhole eventually formed. 'We could see it was starting to sink and drop,' Elliott said in an interview with The Times. 'It just happened to be where my trucks were.' The two men worked together to try to move the at-risk vehicles away from the area, and were able to move two before the movement accelerated. As Elliott worked to pull out a third vehicle to safety, he said the ground shifted again, and his son yelled at him to get out. 'I was trying to tow another truck out,' said Elliott, the owner of Elliott's Performance, an auto repair shop about 100 yards away from the sinkhole. 'I floored it up and over as it collapsed.' Just after he moved the vehicle out, he looked back and watched a customer's blue pickup truck descend with the sinking earth, collapsing into his personal black truck. When the ground shifted a bit more, the movement pushed a covered Porche onto the edge of the sinkhole, left precariously dangling. 'It's stuck pretty good,' Elliott said. City officials later came and red-tagged the area, declaring it too dangerous for anyone to enter, Elliott said. He didn't know what might have caused the sinkhole, but said there hasn't been any more movement since early Tuesday. He wasn't particularly worried about future sinkholes, as much as he was concerned about how another large apartment building could affect the area. 'Too many apartment complexes, they're trying to push us out,' Elliott said of the small businesses in the area. 'We expect some growth but this is out of control.'
Sydney Morning Herald
a day ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
AFL LIVE: Ginnivan's night out for Hawks, but Elliott meets every challenge
Why are Collingwood so hard to beat? Because they have different ways in which they can win. In March and April, their improved work at clearance came to the fore. In the past month, they've absorbed losses at the contest, at times conceded plenty of territory, yet still got the job done. Tonight, their offence has come off their defence. Their willingness to close down Hawthorn's space has enabled them to win the ball back in dangerous areas to launch their forays forward. The sight of Collingwood players running unchecked through the centre square will be giving Sam Mitchell headaches. The Hawks have clearly had a crack but their inability to prevent the Pies' run has given their backs little hope. Steele Sidebottom is dominating his wing. Jamie Elliott, after just one possession in the first quarter, has four goals to half-time. Tom Barrass needs pressure on the ball up the field to beat Elliott, who, if allowed to lead at the ball, will be too quick for his bigger opponent. On the other wing, Jack Crisp has also been a threat. The Hawks have gifted three goals to the Pies through their own silliness. The latest was Changkuoth Jiath's brain fade in not giving the ball back to Elliott after a holding the ball free kick, resulting in a 50-metre penalty which took the Magpies forward to point-blank range. Their best player has been former Pie Jack Ginnivan, who has three goals and 17 disposals. They need more from Jai Newcombe, who has been limited to just 10 disposals by Ned Long, who has also had time on James Worpel. If the Hawks do not lift their pressure around the ball, this has the potential to get ugly in the second half.
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Scotsman
a day ago
- Health
- Scotsman
The barbecuing myth that ‘dirt adds flavour' is dangerous health risk
The barbecuing myths that 'dirt adds flavour' and 'flames kill off bacteria' are dangerous health risks, according to an expert. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Professor Christopher Elliott, founder of the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen's University Belfast, revealed such notions pose a serious health risk to those across the country heading into BBQ season. A laissez-faire approach to cleaning your barbecue, including not checking the internal temperature of your meat or simply scraping a grill 'clean', could leave you – and your guests – in a spot of bother. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It comes after research of 2,000 barbecue enthusiasts found one in six (15 per cent) believe flames kill off bacteria – with 27 per cent confident dirt adds flavour. Professor Elliott, who is consulting with Oven Pride, commissioned the research to launch its 'Grill With Pride' campaign to encourage people to properly scrub their barbecue and grill regularly, said: 'A dirty grill is not a badge of honour – it's a serious health risk. 'The belief that fire sterilises everything is a dangerous myth. 'Some bacteria – like E. coli and Salmonella – can survive if the grill isn't properly cleaned.' 'What's more concerning is how many people believe this. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'High heat doesn't guarantee a clean surface. Bacteria can survive in grease traps and cold spots. "And when that grease builds up, it doesn't just stay put – it flares up, scorches your food, and can even start a fire.' The survey also found 24 per cent have considered their grill is clean following a good scrape and 11 per cent have even thought it ok to pick up raw and cooked foods with the same utensils. Of the barbecue owners polled, excluding the grill itself, almost a quarter (22 per cent) had never bothered to clean theirs. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Other hygiene 'sins' committed include not covering food to protect it from insects, leaving produce out in the open for too long, and putting things back on after they'd fallen on the floor. When asked how frequently you should clean your barbecue, 16 per cent thought you only needed to give it a scrub 'sometimes'. Of those who have never bothered, barring the grill, 35 per cent never thought you needed to, and 23 per cent considered the job too messy and unpleasant. But 28 per cent admitted they haven't bothered using theirs because it was too dirty or they didn't want to have to clean it. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And 48 per cent of barbecue owners see the level of cleanliness required as different to that required in their kitchen. As a result, 18 per cent are buying a new one at least every two years, with those replacing them doing so due to them rusting over time or being worn out. Despite a laxer approach outdoors, 42 per cent are more worried about germs and bacteria when it comes to barbecues compared to traditional indoor food prep. Professor Christopher Elliott, speaking in partnership with Oven Pride, added: 'Outdoor cooking should follow the same food safety standards as your indoor kitchen. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Treat your BBQ like a pan or chopping board – clean it after every use. Fire alone won't protect your food or your health.' When cleaning their grill – 36 per cent used a grill brush to scrape it clean, followed by 35 per cent who give it a soak in soapy water. More than half (54 per cent) of all barbecue owners polled, via OnePoll, said they'd be surprised if theirs had large amounts of bacteria housed in them. Professor Christopher Elliot added: 'With barbecues, the best flavour comes from the smoke, the heat, and the food – not last week's leftover burgers. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Cleaning your grill is the simplest way to ensure a safe, tasty summer – and as a bonus, you'll also avoid inviting pests into your garden.' 'If you wouldn't cook on a dirty pan, don't cook on a dirty grill.' When asked how frequently you should clean your barbecue, 16 per cent thought you only needed to scrub it 'sometimes' | Shutterstock Top 10 dodgy things adults have done when cooking on the BBQ: Not checking the internal temperature of meat Scraping the grill clean Not cleaning the grill after each use Believing flames kill off bacteria Not covering food to protect from insects Leaving cooked food out in the open for too long Putting things back on the barbecue after it's fallen on the floor Using the same utensils to pick up raw and cooked foods Never actually cleaning the barbecue itself Not properly storing leftovers
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Scotsman
2 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
The barbecuing myth that ‘dirt adds flavour' is dangerous health risk
The barbecuing myths that 'dirt adds flavour' and 'flames kill off bacteria' are dangerous health risks, according to an expert. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Professor Christopher Elliott, founder of the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen's University Belfast, revealed such notions pose a serious health risk to those across the country heading into BBQ season. A laissez-faire approach to cleaning your barbecue, including not checking the internal temperature of your meat or simply scraping a grill 'clean', could leave you – and your guests – in a spot of bother. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It comes after research of 2,000 barbecue enthusiasts found one in six (15 per cent) believe flames kill off bacteria – with 27 per cent confident dirt adds flavour. Professor Elliott, who is consulting with Oven Pride, commissioned the research to launch its 'Grill With Pride' campaign to encourage people to properly scrub their barbecue and grill regularly, said: 'A dirty grill is not a badge of honour – it's a serious health risk. 'The belief that fire sterilises everything is a dangerous myth. 'Some bacteria – like E. coli and Salmonella – can survive if the grill isn't properly cleaned.' 'What's more concerning is how many people believe this. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'High heat doesn't guarantee a clean surface. Bacteria can survive in grease traps and cold spots. "And when that grease builds up, it doesn't just stay put – it flares up, scorches your food, and can even start a fire.' The survey also found 24 per cent have considered their grill is clean following a good scrape and 11 per cent have even thought it ok to pick up raw and cooked foods with the same utensils. Of the barbecue owners polled, excluding the grill itself, almost a quarter (22 per cent) had never bothered to clean theirs. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Other hygiene 'sins' committed include not covering food to protect it from insects, leaving produce out in the open for too long, and putting things back on after they'd fallen on the floor. When asked how frequently you should clean your barbecue, 16 per cent thought you only needed to give it a scrub 'sometimes'. Of those who have never bothered, barring the grill, 35 per cent never thought you needed to, and 23 per cent considered the job too messy and unpleasant. But 28 per cent admitted they haven't bothered using theirs because it was too dirty or they didn't want to have to clean it. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And 48 per cent of barbecue owners see the level of cleanliness required as different to that required in their kitchen. As a result, 18 per cent are buying a new one at least every two years, with those replacing them doing so due to them rusting over time or being worn out. Despite a laxer approach outdoors, 42 per cent are more worried about germs and bacteria when it comes to barbecues compared to traditional indoor food prep. Professor Christopher Elliott, speaking in partnership with Oven Pride, added: 'Outdoor cooking should follow the same food safety standards as your indoor kitchen. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Treat your BBQ like a pan or chopping board – clean it after every use. Fire alone won't protect your food or your health.' When cleaning their grill – 36 per cent used a grill brush to scrape it clean, followed by 35 per cent who give it a soak in soapy water. More than half (54 per cent) of all barbecue owners polled, via OnePoll, said they'd be surprised if theirs had large amounts of bacteria housed in them. Professor Christopher Elliot added: 'With barbecues, the best flavour comes from the smoke, the heat, and the food – not last week's leftover burgers. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Cleaning your grill is the simplest way to ensure a safe, tasty summer – and as a bonus, you'll also avoid inviting pests into your garden.' 'If you wouldn't cook on a dirty pan, don't cook on a dirty grill.' When asked how frequently you should clean your barbecue, 16 per cent thought you only needed to scrub it 'sometimes' | Shutterstock Top 10 dodgy things adults have done when cooking on the BBQ:
