⭐ Burton's Last-Lap Victory at Daytona Earns Him Playoff Berth

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Burton's Last-Lap Victory at Daytona Earns Him Playoff Berth

Harrison Burton

Harrison Burton clinched his first NASCAR Cup Series win at the Coke Zero Sugar 400, held at Daytona International Speedway, ensuring his place in the playoffs. The race was marked by several high-impact crashes, including a major one on lap 61 that sidelined Denny Hamlin, compounding his earlier penalty-related struggles. With ten laps remaining, Michael McDowell's car landed on Joey Logano’s, and Josh Berry’s car overturned, but no serious injuries were reported. As the race wound down, Kyle Busch, leading for much of the final laps, was overtaken by Burton, who secured the win and a playoff berth. Burton's victory was celebrated in victory lane and acknowledged by fellow competitors, including Bubba Wallace. His father, Jeff Burton, a former Daytona winner, joined the celebrations, highlighting the personal and professional significance of the win. The final regular season race will determine the last playoff spots on September 1 at Darlington Raceway.

Sea Breeze Storms to Develop Monday

On Monday, the east coast sea breeze will advance earlier than usual, leading to scattered showers and storms developing around noon and progressing westward. Expect a blend of sun and clouds with temperatures reaching the lower 90s.

Looking ahead to Tuesday and Wednesday, a shift in weather patterns is anticipated as drier air moves down the peninsula. Rain chances will decrease to 40% by Tuesday afternoon, with only a few isolated storms expected on Wednesday. Despite these changes, temperatures will remain slightly above average, with highs in the lower 90s throughout the final week of August.

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Walmart’s Apple Juice Recall - Inorganic Arsenic Levels Prompt Urgent Action

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Walmart has recalled nearly 10,000 cases of Great Value apple juice due to elevated inorganic arsenic levels. The recall spans 25 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. Although the U.S. FDA has classified the recall as urgent, it anticipates only temporary health effects rather than severe long-term issues. The juice, produced by Refresco Beverages US Inc., of Florida, was voluntarily pulled after the contamination was discovered. Walmart has removed the product from stores and is working with the supplier to address the issue. No related illnesses have been reported.

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