The effects of precipitation, river discharge, land use and coastal circulation on water quality in coastal Maine

Faecal pollution in stormwater, wastewater and direct run-off can carry zoonotic pathogens to streams, rivers and the ocean, reduce water quality, and affect both recreational and commercial fishing areas of the coastal ocean. Typically, the closure of beaches and commercial fishing areas is governe...

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Main Authors: Charles E. Tilburg, Linda M. Jordan, Amy E. Carlson, Stephan I. Zeeman, Philip O. Yund
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2015-01-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rsos.140429