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GWPA- What?

GWPA- What?

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Ground Water Protection Area, where more stringent regulations apply to ground water withdrawals than in the rest of the Basin, was established when it became evident development was negatively impacting ground water levels in SE PA. The main goal is to prevent the depletion of ground water.

Submersible Science: Philly Students Launch Underwater Drone with PWD

Submersible Science: Philly Students Launch Underwater Drone with PWD

While most Philadelphia students were heading home early due a heat wave this past Tuesday, four 11th grade students from Mariana Bracetti Academy were busy suiting up in full-body chest waders, a necessary piece of gear for the mission at hand: launching a submersible, camera-equipped drone in Frankford Creek.

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