Taranto frequent Continental features. The spring is usually mild and rainy, but it is not uncommon to have sudden cold spells come in from the east, which often cause snowfall. The summer is very hot and humid, with temperatures reaching up to . On 28 November 2012 a large F3 tornado hit the port of Taranto and damaged the Taranto Steel Mill where workers were protesting against the plant's pollution emissions; about 20 people were injured, and another man was reported missing. The tornado is one of nine to hit Italy since 1 October. It is classified as Geographical zone C
Paws with a Cause Paws with a Cause Paws With A Cause is a national non-profit organization that custom-trains assistance dogs for people with disabilities. Founded in 1979 by Michael Sapp, Sr., it was originally called "Ears for the Deaf," and specialized in hearing dogs. Since then, it has expanded to include Service Dogs, Seizure Response Dogs and Service Dogs for Children with Autism. Since it started PAWS has placed more than 2600 Assistance Dogs in 41 states. Paws With A Cause dogs are donated as puppies by private breeders, bred at PAWS headquarters in Wayland, Michigan, or rescued from animal shelters. While most