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Scientists predict smaller than average dead zone for Chesapeake Bay
June 19, 2013Low spring nutrient loads should lead to improved water quality this summer.
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Report recommends use of multiple models to simulate conditions in Bay’s shallow waters
October 11, 2012Improving simulations could improve our understanding of shallow-waters.
Read story2011 dissolved oxygen levels lowest in four years
June 12, 201234% of Bay waters met standards for dissolved oxygen; some oyster and grass beds healthy despite conditions.
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Time and monitoring will tell impact of Irene on Bay health
September 6, 2011In the days since Hurricane Irene, data show that the storm may have given the Bay a short-term water quality boost.
Read storyScientists predict moderate to poor oxygen levels in Chesapeake Bay
June 14, 2011The Chesapeake Bay is expected to have moderate to poor dissolved oxygen conditions during the early part of the summer.
Read storyMagothy River health continues to be poor, according to latest report card
February 17, 2011The Magothy River in Anne Arundel County, Md., received a D-minus on its latest health report card.
Read storyChesapeake Bay's Health Better than Normal This Summer, According to Scientists
December 9, 2010There was a smaller low-oxygen "dead zone" and fewer fish kills and sea nettles in the Chesapeake Bay this summer.
Read storyQuestion of the Week: Are there any real-time monitoring stations on the Bay?
February 12, 2010Maryland and Virginia have real-time, near-time and fixed monitoring stations throughout the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.
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High Temperatures, Excess Nutrients Add Up to Summer "Dead Zones" in Bay
August 1, 2007We've all read the stories about the Bay's "dead zones" - areas of the Bay that become devoid of oxygen during the hot summer months.
Read storyThe Heat Is On
August 1, 2006A hot, steamy summer has settled on the Bay watershed, bringing scorching temperatures and high electric bills. The news has been filled wit
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