According to The Press Of Atlantic City, New York's Plum Island is being sold but environmentalist are questioning whether this is a good idea. The Island has been used as an animal disease research facility for the last 50 years. The laboratory is being moved to Kansas. Agricultural Department scientists perform the lab studies, but the Department of Homeland Security oversees the island and it's security. The island is a potential target for those who might want to steal dangerous pathogens or wreak havoc.
Questions about sewage treatment, groundwater testing, and whether surveys have been conducted on the impact a sale might have on wildlife and concerns about contamination have been asked. Due to the lack of detailed environmental a follow-up meeting is planned. Most of the environmentalists said they support a research and development facility to replace the laboratory but were adamant that most of the island should remain in its natural state. The island has been identified as an exemplary site for fish and wildlife, and also a home to many endangered species.
I agree with the environmentalists. I think the island should be kept in its natural state. There is a large amount of wildlife and endangered species that call the island home. I feel it's more important to save the environment than to build more homes or large factory type buildings on the island. Plum Island is a safe-haven for many animals and should be kept that way.
Questions about sewage treatment, groundwater testing, and whether surveys have been conducted on the impact a sale might have on wildlife and concerns about contamination have been asked. Due to the lack of detailed environmental a follow-up meeting is planned. Most of the environmentalists said they support a research and development facility to replace the laboratory but were adamant that most of the island should remain in its natural state. The island has been identified as an exemplary site for fish and wildlife, and also a home to many endangered species.
I agree with the environmentalists. I think the island should be kept in its natural state. There is a large amount of wildlife and endangered species that call the island home. I feel it's more important to save the environment than to build more homes or large factory type buildings on the island. Plum Island is a safe-haven for many animals and should be kept that way.
I agree with you, I believe that they should leave the island as is. They should not have to sell the island, and then use it for more homes. They should allows the animals to stay there peacefully.
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