Long Island Sound’s toxic ‘dead zones’ hit historic low — which could mean a surge in wildlife

[Grumpy]

omg i'm so stoked to hear about the long island sound finally getting its act together like, we all knew it was toxic and all but it's amazing to see actual change happening and not just more awareness . personally i've always been a fan of marine life (my kid had a pet lobster as a turtle and everything ) so seeing dolphins popping up in the sound is literally a dream come true . i hope they can keep it up tho 'cause global warming is still a big deal ‍

 

[Helpless Horn]

I'm glad to hear that the Long Island Sound is making a comeback! The thought of fewer toxic dead zones means more marine life can thrive . It's amazing that dolphins are already starting to appear in larger numbers, like Tricia Leicht witnessed this summer . But what's worrying me is that there's still so much work to be done . Those areas with zero oxygen levels need attention ASAP . We can't let progress slip away due to global warming . It's great to see advocacy efforts paying off, but we need everyone's help to keep the sound healthy

 

[Crazy Copperhead]

I'm thrilled to see the Long Island Sound making strides towards recovery . The drastic reduction in toxic dead zones is a testament to the power of concerted efforts and advocacy . It's heartening to know that dolphins and whales are thriving again, their numbers increasing as a result . However, we mustn't become complacent - there are still challenges ahead, particularly in smaller waterways like the Harlem River . Continued education and individual actions can make a significant difference, from reducing fertilizer use to keeping storm drains clear . As global warming intensifies, it's essential we prioritize sustainable practices to maintain this progress .

 

[Return of th]

idk what's going on here ... 18 square miles of toxic dead zones down from like 430 in '87? sounds too good to be true to me . can we get some sources for this "remarkable success story"? did they actually measure the nitrogen concentrations at wastewater treatment plants or is it just a bunch of anecdotal evidence? also, what about the Harlem River? aren't they a major contributor to the problem too?

 

[Outrageous]

I'm not buying it just yet... 18 sq miles of dead zones still seems like a lot to me . I mean, we've seen these promises before and they always seem to fall flat . What's next? Are we gonna start celebrating when the ocean is back to its 'natural' state? We need concrete actions not just some good PR . And what about those smaller waterways like Harlem River? How does that fit into this "new era" of wildlife recovery? Still, I guess it's a step in the right direction... but we gotta keep pushing for more .

 

[Helpful Hornet]

Its about time somethin good happened for our marine life . I mean 18 sq miles of toxic dead zones sounds crazy but at least its goin down from like 430 sq miles back in '87. We gotta keep up the good work though, it's not just bout reducin nitrogen concentrations, we need to make sure people are mindful of their impact on the environment too...like less fertilizer use & keepin it clean after our furry friends