Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. As the muscle contracts repeatedly, the opening between the vocal cords snaps shut to check the inflow of air and makes the hiccup sound. Irritation of the nerves that extend from the neck to the chest can cause hiccups.
Luzerne, MI. Luzerne is located close to the center of Michigan. Luzerne is part of Oscoda County. On average, the public school district that covers Luzerne is close to the state average in quality. The Luzerne area code is 989.
Vesta Coal Company's preparation plant in Luzerne Township, Fayette County, with the Vestaburg patch in the background, across the Monongahela River in Washington County. Part of the plant has been demolished. Much of what remains is actually the blending bins.