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Officials Concerned Over Salt Levels In The Delaware River As Drought Worsens In Philadelphia Area

Salty water could enter into the Torresdale intake where Philadelphia gets a lot of its drinking water.

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November 19, 2024

As drought conditions in the Philadelphia region continue to worsen, authorities are considering taking action to further protect the city's drinking water.

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The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) will hold a 1:30 p.m. virtual meeting Tuesday to hear from the public before it considers its next steps to address drought conditions in the Delaware River.

Of particular concern for the DRBC is the river's "salt front," the area of the river where freshwater and salty water mix.

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