Tagged Stories: "PCBs"
A small hunter faces a big problem
January 4, 2021Like other critters in the Bay, the ferocious mink is threatened by chemical contaminants
Read storyA cocktail of contaminants in Chesapeake waters
June 12, 2020A new report reviews emerging and existing contaminants of concern for waterways and fisheries
Read storyWastewater treatment plants use technology to tackle a lingering chemical
May 4, 2020Man-made contaminants continue to pollute the Bay and its tributaries
Read storyOspreys’ return signals spring on the Bay
March 24, 2017Despite long-lasting pollutants, the Chesapeake’s fish hawks are thriving
Read storyOspreys thrive despite long-lasting pollutants, report finds
April 4, 2016USGS study finds toxic residues have not impacted species’ recovery
Read storyChemical contaminants persist across Chesapeake Bay watershed
January 22, 2013PCBs and mercury are among the most widespread toxins in our waterways, according to a new report.
Read storyBay Program Updates Toxics of Concern List
May 1, 2007The Bay Program Toxics Subcommittee has updated its list of Toxics of Concern, ranking the toxic organic chemicals in the Chesapeake Bay.
Read storyWhite Perch in the Bay and its Rivers
February 1, 2006In recent years, people have become increasingly concerned about the issue of toxic materials, like Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), contam
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