Small drains mean big problems at 'baby beaches'
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 - 13:30
in Earth & Climate
High fecal counts frequently detected at so-called "baby beaches" may not be diaper-related. UC Irvine researchers found that during summer months, small drainpipes emptying into enclosed ocean bays have a disproportionate impact on calmer waters. The findings were published Tuesday in the journal Environmental Science & Technology.