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Disaster in the Water: The Turkey Point Salt Plume

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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Saltwater Intrusion Crisis

This chapter explores the ecological dynamics at Florida's southern tip, focusing on the interaction between saltwater and freshwater ecosystems. It highlights the alarming threat of a salt plume from the Turkey Point nuclear facility, which endangers local drinking water and the surrounding aquifer. The discussion emphasizes the implications of historical canal constructions and the urgent need to address the contamination of vital freshwater resources.

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