Chesapeake Bay Health Grade Dips After Hottest Year

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Record heat and volatile storm patterns have pushed the Chesapeake Bay’s health score down, sparking debate over recovery efforts and the need for granular monitoring.By Aman AzharThe Chesapeake Bay’s health has taken a downturn, according to a new report card, with the estuary relegated from a “C+” to a “C” as climate extremes and runaway pollution limit restoration efforts.

Chesapeake Bay health grade dips after hottest year

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The health of the Chesapeake Bay declined in an annual report card on the nation's largest estuary released Tuesday, with scientists noting the effect of extreme rainfall patterns during the hottest year on record.

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Chesapeake Bay Health Slips in 2025 Report Card as Persistent Challenges Threaten Long-Term Gains

Record heat and volatile storm patterns have pushed the Chesapeake Bay's health score down, sparking debate over recovery efforts and the need for granular monitoring. By Aman Azhar The Chesapeake Bay's health has taken a downturn, according to a new report card, with the estuary relegated from a "C+" to a "C" as climate extremes and runaway pollution limit restoration efforts.