FDEP Monitors Algal Blooms Statewide
Do not allow pets near water where algae are visible. Do not consume shellfish from areas where visible algal blooms are present. Fish caught in waters with algal blooms are safe to eat, according […]
One More Sneaky Trick By Developers
The following has been sent out by ManaSota-88, with information likely not widely known. Some developers think only of making money and have little regard for the environment or quality of life of the areas […]
Threats to Our Springs
Over-pumping and fertilizers is how we go from pristine springs to slime-filled morass. We have had a wet spring so our river is running high but we can go months without rain, which does happen, […]
More Bad News From Microplastics
It just gets worse, the more we learn. We are behind the curve on reducing exposure, although some municipalities and states are taking action. Read the original article here at TheCoolDown. Thanks to OSFR board […]
Veto Needed On Bad Legislation
OSFR has signed on to the following letter sent by the Florida Springs Council asking our governor to veto some really bad legislation. It is amazing that that our leaders continue to use, time and […]
Endangered Rivers In 2024
Partially to blame for this is our corrupt Supreme Court, as outlined below. Their ruling limited the EPA’s protection of our rivers and aquifers.. Read the original article with many photos here at USA Today. […]
EPA Takes Action On PFAs
Finally we have federal regulations for some PFAs, although it will take years before all rules are in effect. Read the original article here at WFSU News. Comments by OSFR historian Jim Tatum. jim.tatum@oursantaferiver.org – […]
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