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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Property firm raised nearly £130,000 for Glasgow charities
HFD, a commercial property firm, organised the event through the HFD Charitable Foundation on May 23. More than 170 players from the construction, property, and engineering sectors attended the event at Gleneagles to raise funds for charities across Glasgow and the surrounding area. Read more: Glasgow team complete Edinburgh Marathon for 'important' cause Teams competed across the venue's three championship courses, while a record-number of participants took part in non-golf activities like tri-target shooting, which included archery, rifle shooting, and clay pigeon shooting. The fundraiser, now celebrating its 15th year, is part of HFD's initiative to support local communities. Recently, the fundraiser has benefitted several charities including Alive & Kicking, Venture Scotland, Nil by Mouth, HopScotch Children's Charity, Shakespeare Street Youth Club, Glasgow Riding for the Disabled Association, The Children's Heart Federation, and Starter Packs Glasgow. The funding will aid these organisations in providing services such as volunteer training, wellbeing therapies, family support groups, and improvements to community facilities. Read more: Plea issued for 'vital' foster carers as Glasgow numbers drop Lauren McKenzie, HFD Charitable Foundation ambassador, said: "Our annual golf day continues to grow in impact, and it's fantastic to see such strong support from our industry peers year after year. "A huge thank you to everyone who took part and played a role in making it another brilliant day. "Every pound raised allows us to give to charities making a real difference – and with another record-breaking total this year, we're looking forward to supporting even more good causes in 2026." This year's fundraiser was supported by several sponsors, including AM Tiling, Gardiner & Theobald, Landscape and Contracts, Net Zero Facades, Wallace Whittle, and Woolgar Hunter.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Cowabunga Bay employee exposed to chemicals, prompting hazmat response
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — An employee at a local waterpark was reportedly exposed to chemicals Friday morning, prompting a hazmat response and delayed opening of the park. The incident happened at Cowabunga Bay, which is located in the 900 block of West Galleria Drive near Gibson Road. Cowabunga Bay said the incident involved the handling of pool-related chemicals. When the incident occurred, the waterpark was closed to the public and the facility delayed the opening while the incident was resolved. The Henderson Fire Department said the employee was taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition. HFD's Hazardous Materials Team stayed on site for a short time to ensure the area was safe before operations resumed. As of 12:40 p.m., Cowabunga Bay was fully opened and announced that the planned 21+ event for Friday evening would proceed as planned. 'The safety and well-being of our team members and guests is our top priority,' a representative of the waterpark said in a statement. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'Record-breaking' golf fundraiser raises nearly £130k for Glasgow groups
A property company has raised nearly £130,000 through its annual golf fundraiser. HFD, a commercial property firm, organised the event through the HFD Charitable Foundation on May 23. More than 170 players from the construction, property, and engineering sectors attended the event at Gleneagles to raise funds for charities across Glasgow and the surrounding area. Read more: Glasgow team complete Edinburgh Marathon for 'important' cause Teams competed across the venue's three championship courses, while a record-number of participants took part in non-golf activities like tri-target shooting, which included archery, rifle shooting, and clay pigeon shooting. The fundraiser, now celebrating its 15th year, is part of HFD's initiative to support local communities. Recently, the fundraiser has benefitted several charities including Alive & Kicking, Venture Scotland, Nil by Mouth, HopScotch Children's Charity, Shakespeare Street Youth Club, Glasgow Riding for the Disabled Association, The Children's Heart Federation, and Starter Packs Glasgow. The funding will aid these organisations in providing services such as volunteer training, wellbeing therapies, family support groups, and improvements to community facilities. Read more: Plea issued for 'vital' foster carers as Glasgow numbers drop Lauren McKenzie, HFD Charitable Foundation ambassador, said: "Our annual golf day continues to grow in impact, and it's fantastic to see such strong support from our industry peers year after year. "A huge thank you to everyone who took part and played a role in making it another brilliant day. "Every pound raised allows us to give to charities making a real difference – and with another record-breaking total this year, we're looking forward to supporting even more good causes in 2026." This year's fundraiser was supported by several sponsors, including AM Tiling, Gardiner & Theobald, Landscape and Contracts, Net Zero Facades, Wallace Whittle, and Woolgar Hunter.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Missing hiker's body found on Maili Pillbox Trail
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu Police Department said no foul play is suspected after a missing hiker was found dead on the Maili Pillbox Trail. Firefighters locate missing hiker off Lulumahu Falls Trail The 911 call came in around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28. More than 15 Honolulu Fire Department personnel were sent to the trail to begin their search, with the first company arriving seven minutes after the initial call. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news 'Command was established and HFD personnel made their way to search for the missing hiker on foot. A second unit secured a nearby landing zone to prepare for air operations,' said HFD in a news release. The hiker was later found unresponsive. HFD personnel 'packaged the victim' before taking him off the trail to be treated by Honolulu Emergency Medical Services at 1:30 a.m. Check out more news from around Hawaii Honolulu police said the death pronouncement was made and notified the Medical Examiner's Office to continue the investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
How to protect your home, business from battery-related fires
HONOLULU (KHON2) — With a recent fire in Ewa Beach residential building on Sunday, May 11, questions are arising on how to protect your home or business from fires that are caused by Lithium-ion batteries. Another fire in 2024 was caused by a sparked e-bike lithium-ion battery in Kalihi, according to the Honolulu Fire Department. As of August 2024, HFD confirmed there were 29 battery-related fires with 25 incidents recorded in 2023. Lithium-ion batteries power many of our daily devices, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and power tools. Ewa Beach building fire caused by lithium-ion battery While these batteries are efficient and widely used, they can pose serious fire risks if not handled properly. Understanding how these fires start and how to prevent them is crucial for keeping your home and loved ones safe. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are rechargeable energy storage systems that power many of the devices and vehicles we use daily that range from smartphones, laptops and electric vehicles to grid-scale energy storage systems (ESS). They are prized for their light weight, high energy density, and rechargeability. A lithium-ion battery consists of: Anode (negative): Typically graphite. Cathode (positive): Made from lithium metal oxides. Electrolyte: A flammable organic solvent that allows the movement of ions. Separator: Keeps the anode and cathode apart to avoid short-circuits. When charged or discharged, lithium ions move between the anode and cathode through the electrolyte. Problems arise when the system is damaged, overheated or improperly manufactured. These instances create conditions ripe for most dangerous failure mode is thermal runaway. That's when a chain reaction occurs where the battery cell overheats uncontrollably. This can happen when: The battery is overcharged. It's punctured or crushed. There's an internal short circuit. External temperatures are too high. Faulty charging occurs. This heat builds up and can cause the electrolyte to ignite that leads to violent fires or even explosions. Manufacturing defects due to poor separators or contamination. Physical damage created by drops, crashes or punctures. Overcharging or wrong chargers. Battery aging or exposure to moisture. Storage of used batteries improperly. Non-certified products such as counterfeit e-scooters or hoverboards. Use certified products: Always buy UL-listed or certified devices and batteries. Avoid cheap knockoffs or unlisted imports. Charge safely: Use the charger that came with your device. Avoid charging overnight or unattended. Do not overcharge or leave devices plugged in after full charge. Store safely: Keep away from flammable materials. Store in cool, dry places. Do not keep damaged or swollen batteries indoors. Handle with care: Don't puncture, crush, or expose batteries to water or extreme heat. Replace batteries if you notice swelling, odd smells, or overheating. Dispose properly: Never throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash. Take them to certified e-waste or hazardous materials recycling centers. HFD extinguishes residential fire in Ewa Beach For businesses: Ensure charging areas are ventilated and compliant with fire codes. Use fire detection systems that can identify overheating batteries. Educate employees on signs of battery malfunction and response procedures. Separate used v. new batteries and store used ones outside or in fire-resistant containers. Install sprinklers and thermal detection in battery storage areas. caught up with Hawaiʻi's infamous Bill Ogawa, who we all know and love as Battery Bill. He has a unique way of protecting his home and businesses from battery-related fires. 'I have built an outside shed special for lithium batteries. It is wooden against a cement wall,' explained Battery Bill. 'Any suspect lithium battery is put in the shed. If there is a fire, it will be contained outside and allowed to burn, but not harm any other structures.' He went on to explain further. 'The fumes, which could be extremely harmful, will be allowed to escape; but people will not be harmed. And ignitable gasses will be able to vent outside,' he added. 'This is obviously less dangerous for occupants as well as fire and police personnel. You can click to learn more from the Hawaii State Department of Health. You can click to learn more about Battery Bill. Get news on the go with KHON 2GO, KHON's morning podcast, every morning at 8 So, as you go through your days, be sure that you, your family and your employees understand the risks associated with these types of batteries and how to protect yourselves and your homes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
