Rotting, Toxic Warships Prompts Federal Suit
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Suisun Bay's distinct scent may be more than just a "delta breeze." On Monday afternoon, environmental groups filed a suit against the Federal Government for not removing cargo and warships from the bay. Over 70 ships are believed to have leaked copper, lead, zinc, mercury, and asbestos into a body of water that is home to over 40 different kinds of species, some endangered. The clean-up costs are estimated at $80 to $100 million.
If you've ever been to or driven through this area, then you're well aware of the smell and ghostly industrial scenery. Generating jobs for the local economy, finding a dry home for the forgotten ships, taking the nasty out of the water, saving a few delicious salmon from increased mercury levels, and potentially ridding that area of that gag-inducing stank; does anyone see anything wrong with cleaning this up or have I over-dosed on the crazy?
If you've ever been to or driven through this area, then you're well aware of the smell and ghostly industrial scenery. Generating jobs for the local economy, finding a dry home for the forgotten ships, taking the nasty out of the water, saving a few delicious salmon from increased mercury levels, and potentially ridding that area of that gag-inducing stank; does anyone see anything wrong with cleaning this up or have I over-dosed on the crazy?
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