Salt Threat Hits Our Water Woes, Expert Warns
Water expert Arthur F. Pillsbury warns rising river salinity, worsened by heavy use, could render western streams unusable for irrigation and imperil California agriculture and the state economy. He cites Arizona valleys already draining, calls phosphate concerns overrated, and stresses urgent action to curb salinity growth.
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Drought Threat Targets California Tulare Basin
River basins in Arizona face stress but the Tulare Basin in California is the center of danger. The region, part of the San Joaquin Valley, supplies about one third of the state's agriculture, underscoring agriculture as California’s top industry.
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Accurate Brass Could Avoid Pollution Court Pact
A Greene County metal firm faces potential court action for a Dunkard Creek spill. The Pennsylvania Environmental Strike Force proposed an out of court settlement including a donation to the Clean Water Fund and wastewater treatment improvements. The Fish Commission also seeks a contribution to the Fish Fund.
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