Fri, Jan 12, 2007 The California Report 2007-01-12 Listen (RealMedia stream) Download (MP3) (Windows: right-click and choose "Save Target As." Mac: hold Ctrl, click link, and choose "Save As.") Host: Dan Drayer Overcrowded Prisons' Wastewater Poses Environmental Hazard California prisons are operating at nearly double their intended capacity, and the overcrowding isn't simply affecting those inside prison walls. It has become an environmental problem. At least 17 California prisons have been cited by regional water boards for violations of wastewater treatment regulations. Reporters: • Tamara Keith End Music "Give it Away" by Zero 7, from "Simple Things" (Palm Pictures 660200500726) « back to week of January 12, 2007 Email this page to a friend *Your name:  *Your email address:  *Friend's email address:  Additional Message:  (optional)  * Indicates required field. Names and email addresses are not collected by KQED.org. For more information, please see our privacy policy.

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