Center for a Sustainable Coast
WATER QUALITY PETITION TO THE OFFICIALS OF GEORGIA
We, the undersigned citizens, are deeply troubled by the condition of our Georgia waters,
as highlighted by the following indicators.
Only about 10% of Georgia's waters are sampled and tested.
Almost two-thirds of these samples fail to meet Federal standards.
The amount of toxics entering Georgia waters increased by at least 83% from
1989 to 1998, according to the EPA.
Blue crab, shrimp, and numerous finfish species are declining in size, health,
and numbers.
Air pollution from power plants, in violation of the Clean Air Act,
includes harmful levels of mercury and sources of acid rain that
pollute water resources and threaten public health.
There are nearly 100 fish consumption advisories in Georgia, and half of these
are in coastal waters.
Based on these factors, as well as mounting threats from point and non-point source pollution,
we strongly urge Georgia officials to improve protection of our water resources. We ask that you
support and implement improved methods for monitoring and enforcement of existing laws under your
authority and discretion.
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Address
Please Print, Sign & Fax to Center for a Sustainable Coast 912-638-3615
 Click HERE for Water Quality Petition Memo to GA Department of Natural Resources
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