Bugs with backpacks could help find disaster victims
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A Zophobas morio, or darkling beetle, equipped with a removable microchip backpack that researchers can use to prompt movement. (University of Queensland via SWNS)
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...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT FRIDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 9 PM CDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 104 expected. * WHERE...Autauga, Calhoun, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Lowndes, Marengo, Montgomery, Talladega, and Tallapoosa Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 9 PM CDT Friday. For the second Heat Advisory, from 7 AM to 9 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. &&
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