Poisoned Waters - FRONTLINE Documentary

Overview

• Title: Poisoned Waters
• Episode: Season 2009, Episode 12
• Duration: 1 hour 52 minutes
• Release Date: April 21, 2009
• Producers: Hedrick Smith, Marc Shaffer, Rick Young
• Platform: PBS FRONTLINE

Key Topics

Environmental Concerns

• Examines the state of two major U.S. coastal estuaries: Puget Sound and Chesapeake Bay.
• Highlights the continued pollution despite the Clean Water Act, which aimed to ensure waters are clean for swimming and fishing.
• Sources of pollution:
  • Industrial runoff
  • Agricultural runoff
  • Suburban development

Ecological Impact

• Contamination threatens the food chain and drinking water for millions.
• Increasing number of endangered species in the regions.

Challenges in Water Management

• Difficulties in maintaining water cleanliness.
• The role of government and legislation in managing water quality.

Important Aspects

• Highlights ongoing environmental issues despite legislative measures.
• Focuses on the impact of human activities on critical water bodies and ecosystems.
• Investigates the effectiveness of current policies and actions by new government administrations.

Call to Action

• Raises awareness about the need for more effective environmental policies.
• Encourages viewers to consider the broader implications of water pollution on ecosystems and human health.

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