Climate change could impact the Philly region’s water supply. New storage options may help
Climate change could mean droughts and changing water flow in the Delaware River. Water regulators say new storage facilities could help mitigate future water scarcity.
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Flooding at FDR Park lake renews criticism of renovation
Advocates worry the recent removal of tide gates at FDR Park hurt trees. Experts say it depends on the species and on how long they’re inundated.
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First public hearing of Philly LNG export task force draws criticism for blocking community input
The Philadelphia LNG Natural Gas Export Task Force is charged with studying the feasibility of bringing an LNG export terminal to the Port of Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Supreme Court: New Jersey can quit mob-busting port agency
The high court ruled unanimously Tuesday that the Garden State doesn’t need New York’s consent to withdraw from the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor.
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Lehigh River one of the most ‘endangered,’ says conservation organization
Warehouses with their massive parking lots threaten the health of the Lehigh River with increased stormwater runoff.
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Listen 1:21Newly formed island off the coast in Brigantine serves as a haven for federally listed red knot
A naturally formed island in New Jersey’s Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge has provided a haven for migratory birds. Now, the site is being proposed for federal protection.
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Philadelphia City Council to investigate city’s preparedness for drinking water threats
Council authorized hearings on Philadelphia’s emergency management practices for drinking water threats after a March chemical spill triggered a bottled water advisory.
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Environmental groups are petitioning the EPA to take a stronger stance on chemical discharges.
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Philadelphia plans to roll out multilingual emergency alerts this year
Many who speak languages other than English struggled to find accurate information during the city’s recent water emergency. City leaders believe a new plan could change that.
3 years ago
Listen 0:49Philly Water Department confirms water continues to test clean
Over a week after a chemical spill threatened to pollute Philly’s drinking water, the city confirms the chemicals have not been found in the water.
3 years ago
A decade after Paulsboro, N.J. train derailment, questions linger over rail safety and public health
Residents in East Palestine, Ohio worry about the health impacts of vinyl chloride exposure. A similar accident occurred about 10 years ago in Paulsboro, N.J.
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Listen 5:28Climate change could threaten Philly’s drinking water
A chemical spill endangered Philly’s biggest drinking water plant. Sea level rise combined with a drought could push salt toward that same facility.
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During a chemical spill, Philly was unable to switch water sources. Here’s why that matters
The contamination threat is the latest in a series of disasters that underscore the need for infrastructure investments.
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Philly officials say the water is safe. How do we know that?
More than 100 samples of water have been taken in 12 locations in the river, outside the plant, and in the raw water storage basin.
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A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware River
Events like the Bucks County chemical spill are relatively frequent, as notable spikes amid the regular churn of water pollution.
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