Study Reveals Microplastics in Local Fish from WV Streams
WVU study shows up to hundreds of microplastics particles in north-central WV fish
Coal Valley News | Wednesday, July 30, 2025
A recent study led by Isabella Tuzzio, an undergraduate at West Virginia University, reveals alarming levels of microplastics in the northern hogsucker fish from local streams, a concern that extends to communities such as Charles Town and Ranson. The research highlights the pervasive issue of plastic pollution, affecting even the most remote ecosystems in the region, echoing similar trends found in oceans and food supplies worldwide. Published in Coal Valley News, this study underscores the urgent need for awareness and action regarding environmental health.
