Tag: water_pollution
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Yale Researchers Map Pollution Hotspots in the Ganges and Uncover Genetic Clues to Pigmentary Glaucoma
Yale Today highlights a new analytic model pinpointing where pollution control on the Ganges would have the greatest effect, plus genetic risk factors behind pigmentary glaucoma.
Science & TechnologyHealthEnvironmentEducationMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEnergyClimate Change Yale UniversityGanges Riverwater pollutionpigmentary glaucomagenetic researchYale Clean Energy ConferenceNew NetherlandUniversity
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DNR Investigates Extensive Fish Kill in Dry Branch Creek
Iowa DNR is investigating a fish kill in Dry Branch Creek, Winneshiek County, extending into Fayette County. Ammonia was detected, and downstream water users are advised to avoid the creek as the source is being determined.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Fish killWater pollutionIowa Department of Natural ResourcesDry Branch CreekWinneshiek CountyFayette CountyAmmoniaIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Investigates Keokuk Wastewater Discharge into Mississippi River
The Iowa DNR is investigating a wastewater bypass in Keokuk, Lee County, discharging into the Mississippi River due to equipment malfunction. Recreational users are advised to avoid the area while repairs are underway and water samples are tested.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial Issues KeokukIowa DNRMississippi RiverWastewaterEnvironmental investigationWater pollutionLee CountyIowaUSA