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The Worthington ALC

Insider

Doomsday Issue           Friday the 13th of  May 2005

 

DHMO:

A threat to our

way of life

 

       The latest threat to our peaceful American way of life has nothing to do with terrorism or criminal activity.  The newest, most grave threat to life on this planet is an odorless, colorless chemical compound known as Dihydrogen Monoxide.

 

      Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO), also known as Dihydrogen Oxide, Hydrogen Hydroxide, or Hydric Acid, is the key component in a number of caustic, explosive and poisonous compounds.  DHMO can cause immediate death if inhaled.  In its gaseous form, DHMO can cause severe burns.  It is a major contributor in soil erosion. Prolonged exposure to DHMO can cause severe tissue damage in humans.

 

     So why hasn’t DHMO been banned?  Some say such a ban would be impossible.  They point to the fact that DHMO is a naturally occurring compound that can be found almost everywhere in fairly large quantities.  Others claim the compound is actually harmless despite the millions of deaths that can be traced directly to it!

 

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DHMO:  A Threat to our way of life

 

     One recent revelation made clear that DHMO was a factor in every school shooting in America, to include the infamous Columbine incident and the recent shootings in Red Lake.  In fact, DHMO is readily available to students everywhere in America. Students frequently consume the substance in schools, often in the presence of their teachers!

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A model of a DHMO molecule

 

 

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     DHMO is also used as a performance enhancing drug.  Large quantities of the substance are frequently ingested by athletes because it gives them a competitive advantage over their opponents.  Indeed, many athletes insist that modern sporting events would be impossible without the widespread use of DHMO.

 

     More information on DHMO and the threat it poses to society can be found on several webstites.  We recommend the following site as a source of unbiased information:  http://www.dhmo.org/facts.html

 

 

Signs and symptoms of DHMO ingestion

  • Vomiting
  • Excessive sweating
  • Excessive urination
  • Bloated feeling
  • Nausea
  • Dangerous electrolyte imbalance
  • Hyponatremia
  • Dangerously imbalanced fluid levels in bloodstream
  • Sodium homeostasis imbalance

What makes DHMO so dangerous?

 

     One of the problems associated with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO) is that the chemical compound is virtually indestructible.  When atoms combine to form this compound, it is nearly impossible to break DHMO back into its basic atomic elements.

 

     The illustration below shows how radiation can be used to split a DHMO molecule into a hydrogen atom and a hydroxyl radical.  Short of the use of radiation, however, DHMO molecules are likely to remain DHMO molecules for millions of years.

 

     For this reason, it maybe impractical to actually ban DHMO.  However, efforts must continue to stop any additional DHMO from being manufactured.

 

As shown in the diagram above, it is nearly impossible to alter DHMO molecules

 

 

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What can you do?

 

     It is clear that Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO) is one of the most dangerous substances in our world today.  Some of the known uses of this dangerous compound include:

 

  • As an industrial solvent
  • In the manufacture of chemical weapons
  • As an ingredient in terrorist-produced bombs
  • In the production of pesticides
  • By athletes to improve performance
  • As an ingredient used in illicit meth labs.
  • As an instrument of torture

 

     Yet despite its well-known dangers, authorities refuse to ban this dangerous substance.  So what can you do about this?

 

     Nathan Zohner, a 14 year old student from Idaho Falls, Idaho, made DHMO the subject of a school science project.  Nathan succeeded in convincing other students of the dangers associate with DHMO. 

 

     By a margin of 86% to 14%, Nathan’s schoolmates “voted to ban dihydrogen monoxide because it has caused too many deaths.”   If Nathan can convince others of the dangers associated with DHMO, then so can you!  (Click here to read more about Nathan.)

 

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Citizens of Aliso Viejo, California, tried to keep DHMO out of their environment.

 

     Residents in Aliso Viejo, California, also acted in an environmentally responsible manner when they tried to ban the public use of Styrofoam cups within their municipality.  The attempted ban was based upon the fact that DHMO is a key ingredient in the production of Styrofoam.  Sadly, the Styrofoam ban failed to pass in Aliso Viejo, but at least the people there tried to do something. (Click here to read more.)

 

                   

 

 

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DHMO found in Lake Okabena

 

     Preliminary test have shown that Lake Okabena is highly contaminated with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO).  According to an unnamed source at the Dihydrogen Monoxide Research Institute (DMRI), “Lake Okabena contains some of the largest quanitities of DHMO found in Nobles County.”

 

     City and County officials have remained quiet about the DMRI’s report.  However, some individuals spoke on condition that their identity be kept confidential.  These officials claim that Lake Okabena DHMO levels are “off the chart” and among “the worst we have ever seen.”   One individual said that Okabena DHMO levels “are as high as DHMO levels can be.  They are almost pure!”

 

     Many risks are associated with DHMO.  Before long we may see many problems here in Worthington associated with this compound.  Risks associated with DHMO include:

 

  • Acid rain
  • Soil erosion
  • Corrosion of metals
  • Possible death from inhalation
  • Burns caused by DHMO in gaseous form
  • Traffic accidents caused by the DHMO content in  “black ice”
  • Unusual wear and tear to roofing and siding

 

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The arrows show how DHMO contamination enters Lake Okabena

 

     Thankfully, Worthington resident do not get their drinking water from Lake Okabena.  Worthington’s city water supply comes from a series of wells south of town.  While it is not known if DHMO has seeped into the city wells, the possibility has many concerned.

 

     Symptoms of DHMO ingestion may include excessive seating and urination.  Some have reported feeling bloated and nauseous after consuming the substance.  For those who have become completely dependent on the compound, DHMO withdrawal can mean death!  (Click here to read more.)

 

     Sadly, quantities of DHMO have been found in almost every river, lake and pond in America!  The dangerous contaminant has even been found in Antarctic ice. 

 

     DHMO has caused millions of dollars of damage here in Minnesota.  The damage to the nation is in the billions.

 

     It’s time to do something about this silent killer.  Contact your Senators and Representatives today and demand a ban on the production of DHMO.

 

 

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.DHMO hall of shame…

 

Hitler

 

     Adolf Hitler regularly ingested large quantities of Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO) throughout his life.  He claimed it was “the drink of Arayan Gods” and consumed it with every meal.

 

Manson

     Mass murderer Charles Manson, along with his cult followers, ingested large amounts of DHMO prior to the Tate-Labianca murders.

 

 

Ramirez

     Richard “the night stalker” Ramirez consumed large quantities of DHMO during his murderous spree.

 

Dahmer

      Jeffrey “the cannibal” Dahmer drank large amounts of DHMO while cannibalizing his victims

 

Jackson

     Testimony has made clear that Michael Jackson has been a lifetime user of DHMO.

 

 

 

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Just what is DHMO, anyway?

 

     Upon hearing of the dangers associated with Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO), those with a background in chemistry often ask, “Just what is DHMO, anyway?”

 

     DHMO is actually a very simple, though potentially deadly, compound.  It possesses many benign characteristics, though it can often be extremely deadly.  The substance occurs naturally when oxygen and hydrogen atoms combine.  However, the combination must occur in precisely the right form.

 

     Dihydrogen refers to two hydrogen atoms.  Oxide indicates to one oxygen atom.  In other words, DHMO is a combination of Two hydrogen atoms with one oxygen atom.  Both elements alone are somewhat unstable.  But when they combine with one another, a hyperstable molecule with nearly indestructible characteristics result.

 

     DHMO is also known as Hydrogen Hydroxide, Hydronium Hydroxide, or simply Hydric Acid.  Its chemical abbreviation is H20.

The other side of the issue…

 

     In order to be fair and balanced, we must point out that not everyone is opposed to Dihydrogen Monoxide (DHMO).  There are a few misguided individuals who actually think DHMO is beneficial.

 

     According to them, DHMO enhances the functionality, growth and health of many life forms, including humans.   These individuals claim that use of DHMO actually enhances nature, and oppose efforts to ban the substance. 

 

     Indeed, they insist that DHMO “has been a part of nature longer than we have,” and ask the following question:  “What gives us the right to eliminate it?”

 

     You can click here to connect to this group’s website.  However, much of what is contained on the website is disputed by serious scientists.

 

 

 

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