On Earth Day, the Mississippi River Is At The Top Of The Most Endangered River List

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights the growing threat to the Mississippi River, recently named the most endangered river in America by the American Rivers Association. Stretching 2,300 miles and touching 32 states, the Mississippi faces increasing risks from both drought and flooding, largely due to weakening government protections and the potential phasing out of FEMA’s role. These environmental changes threaten not just ecosystems but also America’s supply chain and riverfront communities.