A recent article in the Washington Post looks at the potential environmental concerns surrounding the sinking of decommissioned ships for artificial reefs. Among the issues which scientists are studying is the impact of overfishing as anglers gather at artificial reef sites and the accumulation of toxic chemicals, including PCB's, in the bodies of fish who feed off the reef.
Artificial reef projects raise environmental questions - The Washington Post
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