Gulf Of Mexico Dead Zone Smaller Than Expected, But Severe
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 - 00:22
in Earth & Climate
Scientists have found the size of this year's Gulf of Mexico dead zone to be smaller than forecasted, measuring 3,000 square miles. However the dead zone, which is usually limited to water just above the sea floor, was severe where it did occur, extending closer to the water surface then in most years.