May 2010 PDF
May 2010
A Perfect Storm of Factors in Decline of Maui Reefs
The decline of coral cover in nearshore areas of Maui has been dramatic in recent years. The state Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Aquatic Resources reported in 2006 that, since 1999, mean coral cover at nine reefs … Continued
Link Unclear Between Ocean Water, Infections
If sewage effluent that has not been disinfected reaches nearshore waters, it stands to reason that at least some of the bacteria it contains will be carried there as well. But to date, few studies have been done to investigate … Continued
Reports Show Maui County Sewage Plants Are Polluting Waters at Popular Beaches
Say you’re in West Maui and decide to take a dip at Kahekili Park, just north of the Ka`anapali resort area. The water sparkles at the foot of the wide beach. It looks inviting. But, according to a recent U.S. Geological Survey … Continued
Feds Disburse $6.4 Million in ‘Relief’ to NWHI Bottomfish, Lobster Fishers
When Congress passed and President George Bush approved the 2008 Consolidated Appropriations Act, no one seemed to notice that language appropriating $6.7 million in compensation to the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands commercial bottomfish and lobster fishers didn’t really jibe with reality. … Continued
New & Noteworthy
Killers with Manners: Emily Post, step aside. The new book on etiquette is being written by false killer whales. Studies of these large dolphins by Cascadia Research Collective scientists reveal a highly developed sense of community. According to the CRC, false … Continued