NOAA Coastal Storms Program
Ecological Impacts
Popular Media
Special news report: Our big backyard
In this four part series, KUOW's Marcie Sillman explores the creeks in our midst: Their aesthetic and psychological value, the impact of urbanization, remediation efforts, and the importance of community involvement in urban creek preservation.
Visit KUOW's website to hear these newscasts about Seattle's streams.
Toxic Stormwater
Proceed to the Seattle Post Intelligencer website to read the full October 2006 article "Toxic Stormwater is one of the Sound's biggest threats".
Our Troubled Sound
Proceed to the Seattle Post Intelligencer website to read February 2003 article "Our Troubled Sound: Spawning coho are dying early in restored creeks"
Stream Team Newsletter
Stream Team's mission is "to protect and enhance the water resources, associated habitats, and wildlife of North Thurston County through citizen education and action." This quarterly newlsetter provides articles, events calendar, and team contact information.