Heavy Rains, Flooding Could Affect Future Oyster Harvests

CANTON, Md. (WJZ) — The start of oyster season brings boats and optimism to the bay.
This is the harvest that carries many watermen through winter, and in the past few years, it has been increasing.
But this year has seen more rain and fresh water flooding the Susquehanna River. In the North Bay, the effects were felt in mid-summer.
“With the influx of fresh water, specifically from the Susquehanna, has started to kill clams at a rapid rate,” said Rob Newberry with Delmarva Fis