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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Residents in Tipp City warned about upcoming rock blasting in neighborhood
Residents of Tipp City are raising concerns as signs warning of a blast area appear near a housing development project in Miami County. The blasting is part of the construction of a retention pond for the housing development, which has been underway for the past year. Residents, David and Kathey Dalhamer, have expressed mixed feelings about the changes, noting the noise and dust from ongoing construction. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Residents TRENDING STORIES: Did Kings Island, Cedar Point make the 2025 Outrageous Theme Park Eats list? Body of missing Ohio pizza delivery driver found in ravine 'Sick to my stomach;' Ohio mother demands answers after police release missing 12-year-old 'We're sad to see the farm go. We know it's progress,' said David Dalhamer, a neighbor affected by the construction.'When you want to relax on your patio, it's a little challenging because you know, that's all you hear,' Kathey Dalhamer shared about the noise from the construction. Adam Howard, Assistant Chief of Tipp City Emergency Services, explained, 'They're going to drill, put some blasting material, some explosive material down in these holes, and then they're going to blast to break up the rock.' The construction project, which involves blasting to break up shallow bedrock, is expected to generate significant noise and dust, impacting the daily lives of nearby residents. Blasting operations are scheduled to occur up to twice a day and could continue for anywhere from three to eight weeks, according to Adam Howard. Residents have been advised to stay clear of the blast zone while crews continue their work, with construction expected to start on Monday. David Dalhamer noted the dust as a particular concern, saying, 'You had been here a week ago. You would have seemed like a white cat to all the grass and the trees.' As the blasting begins, residents are preparing for increased noise and disruption while looking forward to welcoming new neighbors once the development is complete. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Business
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‘Blasting' to begin in Miami County neighborhood next week
Residents in a Miami County neighborhood may hear some explosions starting next week. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Signs have been put up on I-75 and in the Windmere Neighborhood in Tipp City indicating a 'Blasting Area Ahead.' TRENDING STORIES: Body of missing Ohio pizza delivery driver found in ravine 'Sick to my stomach;' Ohio mother demands answers after police release missing 12-year-old Man in life-threatening condition after shooting in Dayton As early as Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, construction blasting will begin at the Summit Landing by Arbor Homes residential development at 3401 Peters Road. Blasting will occur as many as two times daily and is scheduled to last between 6-8 weeks, depending on weather. Blasting will be restricted to daytime hours only and is expected to cause only minor disruptions. The blasting is being conducted by HTA Enterprises Inc. and is intended for the excavation of the shallow rock bed. People are asked to stay clear of the worksite over the next 8 weeks due to the hazardous nature of the explosive materials. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Yahoo
Blasting scheduled at former Harrisburg Mall; Here's when
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Blasting operations are scheduled to take place at the old Harrisburg Mall this month. According to the Swatara Township Police Department, a rock blasting operation will start on the Harrisburg Mall next Monday, June 23, and continue for several weeks. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Police said the operations are necessary for construction and infrastructure development in the area. Operations will be conducted from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Police say the public should expect loud noises during blasting times, temporary traffic delays, and restricted areas. Police added that all necessary precautions and safety protocols will be followed to minimize impact on the public. The property, which was formerly known as the Harrisburg Mall, announced redevelopment plans for the future 'Swatara Exchange' in December 2023. The plan includes the development of nearly 50,000 square feet of retail space and two new retail pads that will be marketed as restaurants, financial institutions, medical providers, convenience stores, and more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
