Major , and in s province are threatening to unleash dangerous , forcing the government on April 21 to enact emergency response plans to protect more than 127 million people.
Guangdongs expected massive river flooding threatens millions after it rained like a waterfall
Shoreline Shots
Silloth coast, on North Western edge of the Lake District.
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High tide at Cumberland basin.
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From my walk down to the Cumberland Basin to see how far the tide would come up on Wednesday morning.
I love this article in Canadian Boating from Bill Marshall, AP, Chair of the National Environment Committee of CPS-ECP.
Practical ways to help keep trash out of our
High tide at Cumberland basin.
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As an extra high tide was expected, I thought I would have a walk down to the basin to see how far it would come up.
High tide at Cumberland basin.
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Waiting to cross...
High tide at Cumberland basin.
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As an extra high tide was expected, I thought I would have a walk down to the basin to see how far it would come up.
Discover where ancient rivers flow under Canadian cities CBC News flow under Canadian cities, hidden in a labyrinth of tunnels and sewer pipes. Will we revive them or let the fade from memory
Jaela Bernstien and Emily Chung uncover across Canada.
" flow under , hidden in a labyrinth of tunnels and sewer pipes. Will we revive them or let the fade from memory"
The Rise Of AI Meets The Golden Age Of Geography GeoAI overview
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Water, yes, water is everywhere
Yet not a drop of it's to drink
This murky water is privatized
Investors care not if it stinks
The sound of bellowing is replaced by the industrial hum of the 's new processing plant.
The Okefenokee is teeming with life: Cypress trees adorned with veils of long-hanging moss rise above shadowy waters filled with American alligators and wading birds like blue herons. The is a sprawling wilderness area on the - border that protects over 630 square miles of biologically rich and .
Colorado Bill Aims To Protect Wetlands, Streams After The Supreme Court Sackett Decision
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Coalition Member Spotlight: Conservation Resource Alliance is at the forefront of initiatives to enhance Michigan's natural wonders, improve waterways, preserve wilderness, and safeguard wildlife. Discover their impactful work at RiverCare.org. Join the Coalition at HealthyLakes.org/get-involved.
3/5 a walk Looking along the lock cut to Lock a week ago today.
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Earthlings newsletter talks about an that has shaped the North American continent, reduced drought, and created healthy .
Back to rural Ireland with the topics: , something to do with and
"The rivers of Britain and Ireland are in a desperate state from the impact of pollution, with not a single waterway in England or Northern Ireland listed as being in good overall health"
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and NorthernIrish in desperate state from , report reveals
Not a single waterway in England or Northern Ireland in good overall health, according to
Wet season on the canals
Warn of Harm to Pending Decision
Unburying the Creek Beneath It, A School Becomes a Steward
"Such efforts to unbury are popping up across the nation, as cities recognize the many services these provide... But they are expensive. And until a recent flood of federal funding, it has been a pipe dream... The money comes from an grant program that got a big boost in federal dollars from 's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law."
Toxic run-off from not monitored, BBC finds
By Jonah Fisher
1st February 2024
"A toxic mix of oil, chemicals and bits of tyre tires from roads is polluting English and no-one is regularly monitoring it, the BBC has found.
"Heavy rain forces run-off into streams and rivers. Campaigners say it causes 'absolutely horrific' damage in places, including just downstream of where The is filmed.
"'s major road network has more than 18,000 outflows or drains.
"National Highways runs the network and says it's working to improve them.
"Responsibility for monitoring water pollution in England rests with the Environment Agency.
"In response to a BBC News freedom of information request, it said that the agency did not regularly monitor run-off, though it did test for pollutants from roads as part of its general water monitoring.
"The EA said it recognised that run-off from highways and urban areas was a 'serious issue' accounting for 18% of water quality failures in England, and the third most damaging source of water pollution after agriculture and sewage.
"Campaigners have been doing their own testing and told the BBC they had found micro-plastics, heavy metals, toxic chemicals like arsenic and carcinogenic compounds from car tyres.
"Prof Alex Ford, an expert on the impact of water pollution on aquatic organisms at the University of Portsmouth, said that some of the contaminants are known to damage DNA, impact the nervous system and cause cancer.
"'We don't fully understand the impact these contaminants have as a cocktail but we know they can be toxic to aquatic life and potentially contribute to the poor ecological status of some rivers,' he said."
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Water canals have played an important role in shaping the global economy and the functioning of societies for centuries. They support local and international water transportation and facilitate the daily movement of ships. We present a list of the worlds most famous water canals, which are not only engineering marvels, but also important elements of local economics and history.
Mondays Friday Reads 29 January 2024
New feature on : End points of rivers, with upstream length total <>
In , we map waterways as lines. WWM: Ends uses the direction of river flow, showing points where waterways end. This is normal when it enters the sea, but could be a mistake!
Uniquely, it calculates the total length of all waterways that end at that point.
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This wandering meander in takes in many interesting features, including the famous Bingley Five Rise Locks on the Leeds/Liverpool Canal, River Aire, Goit Stock Waterfalls and the Hewenden Viaduct. Details at tinyurl.com/yckxfkzw
Gas Sign
Still finding weird stuff to shot, post apocalyptic style
It gets your stomach churning: the team wading through nappies to clean up Balis waterways
Gleniffer Reserves and waterways management
There will be a review of the 5 year management plan of the Gleniffer Reserves. A meeting will be held at the Gleniffer Hall on Tuesday 23rd January from 9.30am to 12 noon.
Once residents and visitors have frequented the local watering holes in Bellingen, the swimming holes at Gleniffer are the main thing to do on a hot day. The mass tourism is funneled via ' the tourist drive'. The scenic country road has just been reconstructed into a highway-like infrastructure. Motorists are now enticed to race from the watering hole to the swimming hole. Cars park as close as possible to the small creeks and unload dogs and gear. The unwanted waste is commonly left behind for the local wildlife and the next load of visitors.
The reserves have a lot of car parking infrastructure and educational signage about settler explorers now.
A "Go before you go campaign urges visitors to go to a public toilet before leaving the township. Many motorists/swimmers forget and the dogs can't read.
The 'upgrade' of Gleniffer road channeled the flow of visitors into local waterways that have no toilets.
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Beach Steps
Askam-in-Furness coast
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Beach Ramp
Silloth Coast
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Seashore Railings
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Rock Pool
Water Outlet
My quest to find weird stuff to get fun shots from continues
Ramp Seaward
New on the blog: Montreals Summer Boats Revisted:
The poor old boat seems to get left out of transit discussions around here, but they open up some exciting opportunities. So, lets talk about the humble boats.