[Occupymendocino] Fw: Protect San Francisco Bay's Wildlife From Toxic Selenium

[Ann Rennacker]

Save our Salmon and reject the Twin Tunnels plan

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Sent: Monday, August 1, 2016 9:01 AM
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Subject: Protect San Francisco Bay's Wildlife From Toxic Selenium


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Dear Ann,


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Good news: The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed stronger water-quality standards for the San Francisco Bay-Delta to protect wildlife from a dangerous heavy metal called selenium. But we need your help to make sure these rules stick -- and remain strong enough to protect this famous home for migratory birds and endangered wildlife.

Selenium is a naturally occurring element that becomes toxic in high concentrations, especially for predators high up the food chain. And while tiny amounts are actually essential for people, selenium can take a heavy toll when it builds up in the environment. It's especially harmful to endangered fish, such as green sturgeon and chinook salmon.

Selenium is released into rivers and streams via oil refinery wastewater and agricultural runoff. But a new source could make matters worse: A proposal to build twin tunnels under the Bay-Delta could increase selenium concentrations by recycling selenium-laden water to Central Valley farms.

Act now to urge the EPA to create the strongest water-quality standards possible to protect the Bay-Delta and its incredible wildlife from this toxic pollutant.

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