Pollution Coverage
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I would like to applaud the Times for the recent coverage of the urban runoff problem that affects Southern California beaches.
The cause of 85% of ocean water pollution is urban runoff. One quart of motor oil that drips onto the street can pollute 250,000 gallons of seawater. Through education we can influence a generation of citizens who will make the right decisions for themselves.
PAUL MUDGE, chairman
Newport Beach Chapter
Surfrider Foundation
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