Recent News: #chemical contaminants
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June 12, 2020
A cocktail of contaminants in Chesapeake waters
A new report reviews emerging and existing contaminants of concern for waterways and fisheries
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May 04, 2020
Wastewater treatment plants use technology to tackle a lingering chemical
Man-made contaminants continue to pollute the Bay and its tributaries
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March 26, 2020
Researchers give mussels new power
Transplanted mussels suggest more reintroduction efforts are possible in the Anacostia
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March 24, 2017
Photo of the Week: Ospreys’ return signals spring on the Bay
Despite long-lasting pollutants, the Chesapeake’s fish hawks are thriving
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November 22, 2016
Photo of the Week: Chemical contaminants pose invisible threat
Metals, pharmaceuticals and more pose risk to health of humans, wildlife
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June 10, 2016
Photo of the Week: An early bird catches a quick bite
Robins and their earthworms can serve as indicators of chemical pollution
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June 05, 2016
Humans of the Chesapeake: Vicki Blazer
The Fish Biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey tells us what the Chesapeake Bay means to her
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May 26, 2016
By the Numbers: 8 billion
The amount of microbeads released each day into aquatic habitats across the United States.
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April 04, 2016
Osprey thrive despite long-lasting pollutants, report finds
USGS study finds toxic residues have not impacted species’ recovery
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March 02, 2016
By the Numbers: 2.5 million
The amount of road salt, in tons, applied across the Chesapeake Bay watershed each year
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