Interactive map of polluted La. waters

A recently created interactive map on the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality’s website shows pollution has made state waterways unsafe for swimming; fishermen and seafood consumers whether it’s safe to catch or eat. Fifty-eight lakes, bayous, and other waterways have contaminated fish; bottoms are too polluted for swimming, or both. Most points restrict fish or shellfish eating; and two warn against swimming. The largest advisory covers all state waters and in the Gulf of Mexico. That’s almost 1,200 square miles. Clicking on a fishhook icon brings up the advisory from each body of water. (Source: NOLA.com 02/09/19)