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Forum from the Archives: Tijuana River Pollution Reaches Crisis Point in San Diego County, Scientists Warn

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Tijuana River Pollution Crisis

This chapter explores the severe pollution crisis in the San Diego region, particularly affecting the South Bay communities and the Tijuana River. It highlights the health risks associated with contaminated waters, the impact on local residents and tourism, and the historical failures in sewage management between the U.S. and Mexico. Emphasizing the need for binational cooperation and urgent infrastructure improvements, the chapter portrays the complex challenges posed by this long-standing environmental issue.

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