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Roof Collapses at School in Thailand, Killing 7 Sheltering From Rain

BANGKOK—Seven people, including four children, died Monday when strong winds from a rainstorm caused a metal roof on a school’s activity center to collapse in northern Thailand, officials said Tuesday. The latest casualty was a 6-year-old boy who died late Monday night in a hospital after the collapse at the Wat Nern Por primary school,…


Roof Collapse at House Near Ohio State University Injures 14

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Part of a house collapsed and 14 people were injured near The Ohio State University Saturday evening when people climbed onto a roof that was not designed to hold significant weight, authorities said. Columbus Division of Fire Battalion Chief Steve Martin said his department received a report around 7:40 p.m. of a roof collapse…


Why the Colour of Your Roof Matters

Getting light-coloured roofs would cut your electricity costs in warmer weather or cities because the colour of your roof can reduce indoor temperatures, according to an urban studies Prof. Sebastian Pfautschat, from Western Sydney University. After five years of documenting heat in western Sydney, he warns that dark-coloured roofs can reach higher temperatures than lighter…


Roof Racks | Expedition Overland Episode 22

In this episode, Jeff shows us the versatility of a roof rack and what to look for when considering a roof rack for your overland rig. – Credit: Expedition Overland – youtube.com/channel/UCiyiTqpss-ihtLHz-juFxIQ * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on “My List.” Follow EpochTV on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/EpochTVus Rumble:…


Flat Roof Leaks Are Tricky to Find and Fix

Dear James: Our five-year-old room addition to our house has a flat roof that has started to leak. What is the best method to find the leak and fix it ourselves if possible? — Wendy L. Dear Wendy: Flat roofs do not typically have as long a leak-free life as pitched shingle roofs for obvious…


Ask the Builder: Which Roof Is Best in Life?

My guess is you don’t spend a lot of time thinking about the roof over your head. You simply want it to be free of leaks, and if it can look good at the same time, that’s a big plus. Have you ever wondered why asphalt shingles have been the go-to product for most houses…


Kangaroo Rescued After Mysteriously Getting Stranded on a Sloped Roof in Australia

When a kangaroo became stranded on the sloped roof of a home in Queensland, Australia, residents had no idea how it got there or how to help it return down. However, the community came together to get the marsupial off the roof, but the mystery of its appearance remains unsolved. Paula Boon, co-manager of Mount Isa-based animal…


Family Whose Dog Wandered Off Was Surprised to Find Him on the Roof of a Bungalow

A family who noticed their dog was missing found him wandering around, on the roof. Kyle Barrett, 32, was visiting family with his wife, children, and canine when everyone noticed their dog, Samson, had vanished from their sight. However, nobody expected to look up and spot St. Bernard sniffing around on the roof of Kyle’s…


Video: Officers Fix Elderly Couple’s Roof After Contractor Scams Them Out of $33,000

After learning that an elderly woman and her blind husband had been scammed by an unlicensed contractor, Maryland police intervened, restoring not only the couple’s broken roof but also their faith in humanity. Howard County police officers received a fraud report after a roofing contractor without a license charged $33,000 for an unfinished job. Laying…


Dog Goes Viral After Security Camera Catches Him Climbing Steep Ladder to Roof by Himself

A dog owner was on the roof of his home in Portland, Oregon, taking down Christmas decorations when he noticed he had company. His golden retriever was bounding around on the rooftop beside him. Briefly confused, about how Ace, his 2-year-old canine, had managed to get up the roof,  Vince Matteson checked the home security…