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Garbage Truck Dumps Burning Load On Street In Dutchess County Garbage Truck Dumps Burning Load On Street In Dutchess County
Garbage Truck Dumps Burning Load On Street In Dutchess County Fire crews raced to extinguish a trash fire that began inside a garbage truck in Dutchess County.  The incident happened Thursday morning, Feb. 5, when Rhinebeck firefighters responded to reports of a garbage truck on fire, according to the Rhinebeck Fire Department. When crews arrived, they found the driver had already dumped the truck’s load and moved to a safe location.  Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire, and no damage was reported to the truck. The scene was then turned over to the waste company for cleanup.  Following the incident, the fire departme…

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by Ben Crnic
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Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance
Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance Airline passengers have long faced confusion over what can and can’t make it through airport security. Now, the Transportation Security Administration is reminding travelers where to draw the line when it comes to razors. In an advisory shared this week, the agency confirmed that disposable razors and cartridges are permitted in carry-on bags.  But safety razors with blades, loose razor blades, and straight razors are prohibited and must be checked. The TSA clarified that travelers may bring the handle of a safety razor in a carry-on only if the blade has been removed. Blades themselv…

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by Joe Lombardi
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TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage
TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage Packing for your next flight just got a little trickier, especially if you’re hoping to bring your favorite cordless curling iron along for the ride. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has just clarified its rules for travelers who want to style on the go: cordless curling irons powered by gas cartridges or butane are now only allowed in carry-on bags, not checked luggage.  Each passenger may bring just one, and it must have a safety cover fitted over the heating element. Spare cartridges remain strictly prohibited. The TSA’s latest update is part of its ongoing effort t…

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by Joe Lombardi