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October 13, 2017
Chesapeake Bay dead zone increases by 10 percent
The above-average dead zone confirms early summer prediction
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June 14, 2017
Above-average dead zone predicted for Chesapeake Bay
Spring nutrient loads from Susquehanna River expected to affect summer water quality
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March 30, 2017
Five signs of resilience in Chesapeake Bay health
While more work remains, estuary shows signs of progress
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June 13, 2016
Slightly smaller-than-average dead zone predicted for Chesapeake Bay
Size of low- to no-oxygen region predicted to be close to long-term average
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June 23, 2015
Scientists predict smaller than average dead zone for Chesapeake Bay
Low spring nutrient loads should lead to improved summer water quality
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June 22, 2015
By the Numbers: 3 milligrams per liter
The concentration of dissolved oxygen that bottom-feeding fish, crabs and oysters need to survive.
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August 06, 2014
Photo Essay: Finding the Chesapeake’s dead zone
Researchers on board the Rachel Carson search for the low-oxygen water that troubles marine life.
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June 24, 2014
Scientists predict above-average dead zone for Chesapeake Bay
Spring nutrient loads from the Potomac and Susquehanna rivers will impact summer water quality.
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March 14, 2014
Scientist maps changes in duration of Chesapeake Bay dead zone
Nutrient pollution and weather patterns are factors in creating low-oxygen conditions.
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October 18, 2013
Chesapeake Bay dead zone measures near average in 2013
Scientists attribute the dead zone’s volume to nutrient pollution.
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