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MANATEE COUNTY, FL (October 13, 2022) – While the floodwaters have mostly receded, the risk remains for residents in the Myakka City area of Manatee County whose drinking water comes from private wells. In the wake of flooding due to Hurricane Ian in the eastern parts of Manatee County, residents with well water were encouraged to…
the City of Bradenton, along with other governmental entities, was forced to release partially treated wastewater into the Manatee River.
Respected water quality expert, David Tomasko, Ph.D. The Executive Director of the Sarasota bay Estuary Program, was contacted by those who are involved with the Piney Point facility, to let him know about an item that may get some attention the next few days. Dr. Tomasko previously summarized how much better our water quality is – both…
“If you asked a south county resident to tell you the one thing they want their local government to focus on this year, my bet is you’ll hear, ‘flooding'”. County Commissioner, District 4, Misty Servia shares her thoughts on stormwater.
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First off, there could be some good news on the horizon for at least our barrier islands, with regards to our current red tide. The latest data from Mote and FFWCC researchers shows red tide at low, moderate and high levels both in the bay, and also along our barrier islands. Read more to find out potential storm impacts.
Scott Hopes shares Manatee County’s multifaceted efforts from land, sea, and air to stay ahead of major red tide issues in our area.
