Whats The Source Of Mississippi River Pollution?
NEW ORLEANS — The mighty Mississippi has been the lifeblood of the Crescent City for hundreds of years, but some watchdog groups say the river is now badly contaminated, endangering the livelihood and health of the communities it supports. WDSU took a look at what is polluting the river and where it’s coming from. The information comes from a report from the Environment America Research and Policy Center. It was released in Fall 2009 and analyzes information reported directly to the Environmental Protection Agency. That data allowed the EPA to evaluate 1,900 U.S. rivers, lakes and streams. The three most toxic waterways in the country are the Ohio River, the New River and the Mississippi River, and watchdog groups say the state of Louisiana isn’t doing enough to stop it. The muddy Mississippi River has shaped culture and commerce in Louisiana for generations. However, environmental groups worry about its health. “It has a big impact on our health and our waterways and our seafood and
