Posted 4/3/12- New evidence of geological vulnerability to fracking

Posted by Nied Hydraulic Fracturing, Hydrofracking Geology Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

New evidence indicates significant geological vulnerability making much of Central New York State incompatible with hydrofracking and calls into question the previously defined scope of the New York City Watershed.

The following links provide maps and narratives illustrating this issue:

New York City Watershed, faults and potential routes of contamination.

Geologist Palmer’s concerns about fracking.

Hydrologist Kappel’s concerns on fracking.

US geological Survey (USGS) comments to NY State DEC.

Watershed areas not protected and potentially at risk from fracking.

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Posted 4/3/12- New evidence of geological vulnerability to fracking

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