Drought is causing saltwater to creep up the Delaware River. Here’s what’s being done about it
Salty oceanwater is creeping up the Delaware River, a source of drinking water for millions, brought on by drought conditions and sea level rise. Officials are studying options for the future in case of future severe drought. (AP video by Tassanee Vejpongsa, Produced by Brittany Peterson)
The Delaware River overlooking Trenton, N.J. flows downstream as seen from from Morrisville, Pa., on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Catalini)
The Delaware River overlooking Trenton, N.J. flows downstream as seen from from Morrisville, Pa., on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Catalini)
The Delaware River overlooking Trenton, N.J. flows downstream as seen from from Morrisville, Pa., on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Catalini)
The Delaware River overlooking Trenton, N.J. flows downstream as seen from from Morrisville, Pa., on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Catalini)
Salty oceanwater is creeping up the Delaware River, a source of drinking water for millions, brought on by drought conditions and sea level rise. Officials are studying options for the future in case of future severe drought. (AP video by Tassanee Vejpongsa, Produced by Brittany Peterson)
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