Scuba Dive

Italian authorities just uncovered what might be the worst case of ocean toxic waste dumping ever. An “informant” (who will, presumably, be sleeping with the fishes soon) directed the authorities to a sunken ship 15 miles off the Italian coast. According to the informant the vessel had toxic waste cargo onboard when it blew up 17 years ago. This is one of 32 potential radioactive underwater sites. Reportedly, a local crime syndicate sunk the ships to make money from companies wanting a quick and easy way to dispose of their toxic goo.

It took 17 years for this informant bird to sing. One sort of wonders what has been happening on the sea floor during that time. For sure some sea life is beginning to glow like a string of aquatic Christmas lights. Other fish have grown fingers, and are coming along nicely with their piano lessons. The seaweed has developed a personality, and won’t stop imploring passers by to “Feeeeed Me, Seymour.” In short – it has got to be ugly. Here’s hoping it is cleaned up soon.