WBEZ Story Highlights Runoff

Following a segment on algae blooms which are caused by excess nutrients in the water from human activities, the interview highlights the need to treat stormwater as a valuable commodity to be treasured not thrown away. The Morning Shift story on the Chicago River starts at minute seven under the algae story (story 4).

For more information on water quailty and the Watershed Management Ordinance check out river issues.