A byproduct of the rainy weather: sewage overflows
Baltimore’s Jones Falls gets another wallop of untreated sewage, DPW says. UPDATED.
Environment
May 11, 2018
Clarke: City is backsliding on “zero waste” goal
A bid document that presumes continued use of the Wheelabrator incinerator “through 2040” is a red flag for the councilwoman and environmentalists.
Special SeriesFeb 13, 2018
Jones Falls gets another 5 million gallon dousing of sewage
Baltimore’s failing sewer system also sent human waste into Western Run, following heavy rainfall.
Feb 5, 2018
After three failed tries, polystyrene foam ban back before City Council
Citing impact on health and environment, students and environmental groups are urging Baltimore to outlaw Styrofoam food and drink containers.
Special SeriesJan 24, 2018
Chow challenged on Baltimore County sewage flowing into city system
Activists call on DPW chief to take action on a neighboring system they said is overwhelmed.
Dec 18, 2017
Baltimore’s dirtiest air and asthma hot spots are in same neighborhoods
A hopeful finding in EIP report: After pollution control systems were installed on two coal-burning power plants, asthma hospitalizations dropped.
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