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The Pinnacle Overlook offers views of the Susquehanna River's Lake Aldred in Susquehannock State Park, Lancaster County.
March 1, 2023 | 5:00 AM

Climate change in Pa.: The flood-prone Susquehanna River watershed poses a widespread challenge

Pennsylvania’s emergency management and environmental experts say flooding is our top risk — and it’s not the Susquehanna River itself that they’re most worried about. They are floating a number of possible solutions.

By Karen Hendricks
The Susquehanna River on December 17, 2020.
Updated: 2021-03-04 13:23:07

Pa.’s waterways are full of microplastics, a citizen science study says

Rivers and creeks near Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, State College and across the state show evidence of plastic products.

By Hannah Chinn/WHYY
A bicyclist and pedestrians travel next to the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg on Aug. 19, 2019.
July 1, 2020 | 5:45 AM

Household chemicals that harm fish were found in Susquehanna River. This Penn State research aims to help lessen the problem

Researchers studied endocrine-disrupting compounds in homes and river
By Donna McDermott
A man water-skis behind a boat on the Susquehanna River, as seen from City Island. In the foreground is the Pride of the Susquehanna boat. The state Capitol is visible across the river.
August 22, 2019 | 4:00 AM

Environmental group finds dangerous E. coli levels in Susquehanna River

Environmental Integrity Project is calling on the state to help fix Harrisburg’s sewer and stormwater system. The water authority is considering adding a stormwater impact fee to city residents and property owners to help pay for upgrades.

By Brett Sholtis