Massive Sewage Spill Poisons Potomac River
#WaterPollution #PublicHealthA massive underground sewer line rupture in Maryland released hundreds of millions of gallons of sewage into the Potomac River. E. coli levels are thousands of times above safe limits, creating a severe public health and environmental hazard. read more
Europe's Surface Water Pollution Revealed in Alarming EU Report
#Europe #WaterPollutionA new report from the European Commission reveals that most of Europe's surface water bodies are contaminated with chemicals, highlighting the continent's struggling water resources. Urgent action is needed to address the decline in water quality, exacerbated by climate change and agricultural pollution. read more
#NewMexico #WaterPollution
In New Mexico, Serpent Lake wetlands are shown in an undated photo, part of the state's most threatened waterways. The 2023 US supreme court decision removed protections from over 90% of the state's surface waters, leaving them vulnerable to pollution. read more