Mapped size confirms NOAA forecast for an average-sized hypoxia zone this year
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 4, 2014. NOAA- and EPA-supported scientists have mapped the Gulf of Mexico dead zone, an area with low oxygen water, measuring 5,052 square miles this summer — approximately the size of Connecticut. The measurements were taken during the 30th annual hypoxia survey cruise from July 27 to August 2.
This area falls within the predicted range of 4,633 to 5,708 square…
