Tropical Depression

2024 - 9 - 16

Can You Pass a Hair Drug Test When You're Bald? Dela Rosa's Hairy Dilemma!

Drug Testing - Flooding - Gener - Hair Follicle Test - Northern Luzon - PAGASA - Senator Ronald Dela Rosa - Tropical Depression - Weather Alerts

Sen. Ronald Dela Rosa raises a hair-raising question: Can bald folks still be tested for drugs? Plus, discover what a "potential tropical cyclone" really is!

In a rather unconventional discussion, Senator Ronald Dela Rosa recently posed a question that has left many scratching their heads: Can a bald person undergo a hair drug test? The inquiry arose during a Senate hearing regarding drug testing protocols in the Philippines, and it’s a valid point. Hair follicle tests are typically used to detect drug use, identifying substances that remain embedded in hair strands for up to 90 days. But what happens if your 'hair'-raising situation means you’re sporting a shiny dome instead? Could a bald individual truly be tested, or are they just safe by virtue of their lack of locks?

Dela Rosa's query reflects the wider debate on the efficacy and fairness of drug testing methods. The hair follicle test, while known for its window of detection, can be tricky with individuals who have limited or no hair. Experts indicate that alternative methods such as urine tests or blood tests could offer solutions for those less than hairy. This opens up a can of worms about inclusivity in testing and the importance of adapting to different physiological conditions.

Switching gears, the mention of tropical weather phenomena came about, specifically the term "potential tropical cyclone." If you’ve ever stared at a weather report drenched in meteorological jargon, you’re not alone! A potential tropical cyclone is essentially a weather system that has the potential to develop into a tropical cyclone but hasn’t quite made the cut yet. This term is relatively new, tossed into the mix to better categorize evolving atmospheric temperature fluctuations that could threaten land areas without having formed a full-fledged storm.

Interestingly, the unpredictable nature of potential tropical cyclones may leave communities with mixed feelings, similar to the confusion surrounding drug testing methods. As natural disasters amplify with changing climates, understanding these terms is becoming essential for preparedness. In the world of drug testing, the ongoing debates highlight an area that is rapidly evolving, looking for solutions that recognize different individual circumstances. The intersection of these two topics might seem far-fetched, but in reality, they share a common theme: adapting to the unexpected is crucial in both weather patterns and public health policies!

**Fun Fact 1:** Did you know that hair drug tests can detect drug use even months after consumption, making them one of the longest-lasting methods of drug detection?

**Fun Fact 2:** The record for the strongest tropical cyclone to ever make landfall is held by Typhoon Haiyan, which devastated parts of the Philippines in 2013 and had wind speeds reaching 195 mph! Stay aware and celebrate resilience!

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Dela Rosa asks PDEA: Can a bald person take a hair drug test? (ABS-CBN News)

Can a hair follicle test be done on a bald person to determine potential drug use? Sen. Ronald dela Rosa asked.

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What is a potential tropical cyclone? (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)

You often hear terms like tropical depression, tropical storm, and hurricane during hurricane season, but “potential tropical cyclone” is a newer term you ...

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Signal No. 1 up in 19 areas as Gener nears N. Luzon (GMA News Online)

Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 1 remains over 19 areas in Luzon as Tropical Depression Gener continues to approach Northern Luzon, according to ...

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Signal No. 1 up in 19 areas as 'Gener' approaches landmass (Philstar.com)

More areas in Northern Luzon are under Signal No. 1 after Tropical Depression Gener maintained its strength over the waters east of Cagayan Valley, ...

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TD Gener keeps strength, to make landfall in Isabela or Aurora (INQUIRER.net)

Tropical Depression Gener has maintained its strength and is expected to make landfall in Isabela or Aurora, the state weather bureau said on Monday ...

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Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 forms off coast of South Carolina (WYFF Greenville)

A low pressure system off the coast of the Carolinas has a 50% chance to develop into a Tropical Depression bringing impact to the Upstate.

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National Hurricane Center tracks storm off Carolina coasts, could ... (The Florida Times-Union)

Could we see Tropical Storm Helene? Potential Tropical Cyclone promises to bring heavy rains and wind, could strengthen before landfall in Carolinas.

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Tropical storm warning posted for parts of the Carolinas for ... (WUNC)

The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the storm system has been moving erratically off South Carolina and was likely to become a named tropical storm sometime ...

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Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 strengthens as it moves towards the ... (WFLA)

Located 95 miles east-southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, maximum winds are at 50 mph. A tropical storm warning is in effect for Edisto Beach, South ...

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N.J. weather: Tropical depression could hit state with heavy rain ... (nj.com)

Tropical Depression 8 is off the coast of South Carolina on Monday morning and will slowly push its way inland over the Carolinas the next several days, ...

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Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 looms near Carolinas, expected to ... (WESH Orlando)

As Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight looms off the coast of South and North Carolina, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring its landfall — expected to ...

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Monday, Sep 16 update: Latest on Tropical Depression Gordon from ... (Biloxi Sun Herald)

National Hurricane Center data reports Tropical Depression Gordon, with a maximum sustained wind of 30 mph is moving 8 mph to the west, as of Monday, ...

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Tropical depression forecast to enter East Vietnam Sea on Tuesday (Tuoi Tre News)

After approaching the maritime area, the system is expected to move west-southwest at some 20 kilometers per hour and intensify into a storm.

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Tropical Depression Gordon expected to stay out in Atlantic, but may ... (WESH Orlando)

Tropical Depression Gordon, downgraded from a tropical storm on Sunday, will continue to trek across the Atlantic. According to the National Hurricane ...

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Tropical Depression Gener speeds up, landfall expected by Tuesday (INQUIRER.net)

In its 8 p.m. cyclone update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said that Gener is moving closer to the ...

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Tropical Storm Gordon weakens to a depression (ABC News)

It forecast 17 to 25 named storms, with four to seven major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher. Related Topics. Weather ...

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Pangasinan gears up for Tropical Depression Gener (pna.gov.ph)

MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – Pangasinan on Monday declared a blue alert as Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 was raised due to Tropical Depression Gener.

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Tropical storm conditions are hitting the Carolinas as Helene ... (CNN)

Heavy rainfall and gusty winds are hitting portions of the Carolinas Monday morning as a system that could become Tropical Storm Helene draws closer.

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Flash Update No. 01 - Tropical Cyclone GENER (INVEST 98W), Lao ... (ReliefWeb)

Situation Report in English on Philippines and 3 other countries about Flood, Land Slide and more; published on 16 Sep 2024 by AHA Centre.

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Monday, Sep 16: Latest update on Tropical Depression Gordon from ... (Miami Herald)

National Hurricane Center data reports Tropical Depression Gordon, with a maximum sustained wind of 35 mph is moving 7 mph to the west, as of Monday, ...

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Latest update from the National Hurricane Center on Tropical ... (Hilton Head Island Packet)

National Hurricane Center data reports Tropical Depression Gordon, with a maximum sustained wind of 35 mph is moving 7 mph to the west, as of Monday, ...

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Next named storm of the season has short window to form off ... (Miami Herald)

A potential tropical cyclone is bringing rain and higher tides to the Carolinas as Tropical Depression Gordon stays safely out to sea.

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Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 brings heavy rainfall to the Mid-Atlantic ... (NBC News)

An area of heavy rain and thunderstorms off the North Carolina and South Carolina coastlines Monday morning, designated Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 (or PTC ...

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System threatens Carolinas with flash flooding as Tropical Storm ... (NOLA.com)

Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Gordon weakened to a tropical depression in the Atlantic Ocean Monday morning. The system, referred to by hurricane forecasters as ...

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Tropical Depression Gordon and Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 (WJXT News4JAX)

The center of Tropical Depression Gordon was located near latitude 19.1 North, longitude 48.1 West. The depression is moving toward the west near 7 mph. A ...

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Monday, Sep 16 update: Latest on Tropical Depression Gordon from ... (Biloxi Sun Herald)

National Hurricane Center data reports Tropical Depression Gordon, with a maximum sustained wind of 35 mph is moving 6 mph to the west, as of Monday, ...

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Life-threatening flooding batters North Carolina as Potential Tropical ... (FOX Weather)

Life-threatening flooding and powerful winds caused havoc across southeast North Carolina on Monday as Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight approached the coast ...

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System loses tropical chances as it drenches Carolinas, hurricane ... (Tampa Bay Times)

The National Hurricane Center ceased its tropical storm warning, but heavy rains are in store from a system approaching the Carolina coast on Monday while ...

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LIVE updates: Tropical cyclone 'Gener' (Philstar.com)

Satellite image of Tropical Depression Gener taken on Sept. 16, 2024. https: / / earth.nullschool.net /. MANILA, Philippines — Follow this page for updates ...

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Tropical Cyclone 8 moves towards Carolinas, may become Tropical ... (fox26houston.com)

The tropical system that could soon become Tropical Storm Helene is bringing flooding and strong winds to the Carolinas.

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Potential Tropical Cyclone brings flooding, school closures to ... (WHQR)

Areas of Pleasure Island are flooded, and students on early release may need high water vehicles to get home.

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LIVE UPDATES: Tropical Depression Gener, Tropical Storm Pulasan (INQUIRER.net)

METRO MANILA, Philippines — The weather bureau on Monday afternoon was monitoring two cyclones, one expected to cross northern Luzon's land area by Tuesday ...

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The tropical depression moved into the Southeastern U.S. Monday (WDSU New Orleans)

A tropical system was once forecast to become tropical storm Helene but it remained a tropical depression as it moved over the Southeastern U.S. Monday.

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Tropical Depression Gordon to turn north on Tuesday: NHC (WFLA)

Tropical Depression Gordon is located about 925 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands with winds up to 35 mph. There are no coastal watches and warnings in ...

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Gener maintains strength, enhance southwest monsoon (GMA News Online)

Tropical Depression Gener maintains its strength while moving westward over Northern Luzon with 24 areas under Signal No. 1 as it continues to enhance the ...

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Tropical Depression Gordon moves slowly in the Atlantic - Daily ... (Dailyleader)

BROOKHAVEN — Nearly a week ago, Hurricane Fiona made landfall in Louisiana and now the seventh named storm of the Atlantic Hurricane Season moves slowly across ...

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Tropical Depression Gordon slowly moves in the Atlantic after ... (NOLA.com)

Tropical Depression Gordon continued to swirl in the Atlantic Ocean Tuesday morning after another disturbance slammed the Carolinas with flooding and strong ...

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