Senator Says Md. Strategies to Save Chesapeake Bay Could Be National Model
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Environmentalists say higher temperatures could kill off fish, crabs and oysters in the Bay. |
Environmentals say if steps aren't taken, rising temperatures could increase water levels in the bay between two and four feet by the end of the century, flooding every island as well as low-lying areas like Main Street in Annapolis.
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Link:
Chesapeake Bay Foundation
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- Bill Proposes Collaboration in Chesapeake Bay Cleanup Efforts
(Jan. 25, 2008)
- Bill Seeks to Preserve Menhaden in Bay (Oct. 24, 2007)
- Maryland Could Pay Heavy Price for Global Warming, Researchers Warn (Oct. 16, 2007)
- Fund Would Generate $125 Million for Bay
(March 8, 2007)
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 Governor
Urges Donations to Bay Cleanup Fund (March 8, 2007) 1 minute 35 seconds, RealPlayer File
- Bay Stat
to Monitor Bay Protection Programs (March 2, 2007) 1 minute 40 seconds, RealPlayer File
- Green Fund' Proposal Would Generate $130 Million for Bay (Feb. 15, 2007)
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Scientists Support Bill to Save Maryland's Oysters (Jan. 30, 2007)
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