DEM: Invasive plant covers quarter of Cranston pond
CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Anglers and boaters are being advised to stay away from Meshanticut Pond in Cranston on Thursday. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) said it will be treating the pond for a variety of invasive aquatic plants, including sacred lotus, variable water milfoil and fanwort. BACKGROUND: Invasive aquatic plants are … Read more