One of the major hazards that many communities have dealt with in the recent past is flooding. The Memphis metropolitan area is no different. In fact‚ The Memphis metro area dealt with severe flooding as recently as 2011. With this being said‚ the overall goal of mitigation is an important factor in the preparation and response to disasters such as these. That goal being‚ to create economically secure‚ socially stable‚ better built‚ and more environmentally sound communities that are out of harm’s
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enjoyed your flight and we thank you for choosing Eva Airlines. You may pick up your luggage at baggage claim seven.” I vividly remembered this announcement playing as my family waited to pick up our luggage. Naively‚ I asked my dad if he was excited about moving to America from Vietnam. His response surprised me: “Moving to a new country means starting a new chapter of our life‚ so if anything‚ I’m worried.” I didn’t know what to think at that point. My excitement was overtaken by the fear of the challenges
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boy the presence of this extrovert happy go lucky boy feels like a bulling. Few minutes of silence broke by chanyeol “don’t you like to make new friends? Usually boys at our age are pretty social you know. Don’t you like to have a chat with me? How about doing homework assignments together? “ chanyeol asked study related questions because he thought it would be easy to be close with this boy if he start up as a study buddy. It to a while for baekhyun to note that chanyeol’s waiting for a reply. “uh…
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West Memphis‚ Arkansas was home to three teenage boys that were accused and convicted of the murders of three young boys. These murders are now known as the West Memphis Three. Two of these boys‚ Damien Echols and Jessie Misskelley‚ were put in extremely different circumstances that if switched‚ could have decided the fate of the case. If a testimony cannot be proven accurate or is not obtained by ethical means then it should not be accredited until proven otherwise. Damien Echols was an 18-year
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The Fallen It is a beautiful day in New York City. You can hear a symphony of sirens and songbirds as the sun’s radiant beams dance among the clouds. There are people everywhere laughing and enjoying the day. Suddenly everything changes. Then the sound of a deafening explosion echoes through the air. A plane has just struck one of the infamous Twin Towers. Fire is blazing above as thick clouds of smoke roll out of the top of the North Tower. Another thunderous blow shatters the atmosphere. Then
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After waiting many hours in the airport lobby‚ the plane finally was ready at gate 42. I took one last look at where I had been sitting for the past two hours. As I walked toward the plane‚ I thought about all the terrible things and accidents that I had been through at my summer trip. Shake once I boarded the plane and tuck myself comfortably in the seat‚ the plane took off and started the journey toward the blue sky when I heard a rumble under my feet. I didn’t worry as I thought that it was
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English IV. Research Paper Dec. 7‚ 2013 Poverty and Crime in Memphis Although Memphis may be known best for its barbeque and music‚ Memphis also is the home of high crime rates‚ poverty‚ and poor race relations. To help you fully understand these social and economic problems Memphis must be placed in its context‚ My Research first looks at the history or Memphis to get a complete understanding on the city’s current situation. Also‚ a good theory and good evidence‚ it will show
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Anna Wilkerson from the 4-H Club quoted “There’s something that feels so all-American about a County Fair.” The creaking of the rides‚ the mouthwatering aromas‚ scrumptious foods‚ and the wonderful sights all around. Covington County Fair is a thrilling and fun place. The Tilt-A-Whirl spins quickly as it rocks from side to side with its bright‚ colorful lights flashing‚ making the group inside queasy. A group of children run towards the carousel to climb aboard the metal horses that are painted colorfully
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little time can become overwhelming. But I believe I’m starting to get the hang of it. There are a limited number of students on the campus so it makes it easier to focus in class that’s something I really like. Putting in long hours and worrying about class does bring extra stress but I’m learning to balance it all out. Coming to WPU has also taught me to have an open ming that I can’t just do the tihngs that I know how to do. I have to try new things that im unconfortable doing. I believe attending
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As the big orb of day dims its glow‚ lights coming from a structure throbbing with life are starting to illuminate Katipunan Avenue. When I first visited this new shopping center‚ few people were only checking the place out since it was not yet popular back then. But now‚ it is on top of the list of best places to go in Quezon City. It is 6 o’clock in the evening. As I walk out of the jeepney along with many passengers‚ leaving the jeep half-empty‚ a sprawling structure with its earth-toned colors
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