Phosphate

The hope is that the approximately 26 additional pumps would increase the amount of water being removed from the plant to up to 100 million gallons a day.

Additional pumps should double the amount of water that can be taken from of the retention pond. U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan said the problems at the processing plant are "something that's been going on for too long."

The National Guard dropped off pumps in an attempt to drain the reservoir before the hole in the earthen dam becomes larger.

Phosphate mining and production takes a heavy toll on the state's environment. But the industry also plays a key role in Florida's economy. This week on…

Phosphate mining and production takes a heavy toll on the state's environment. But the industry also plays a key role in Florida's economy. This week on…

The phosphate industry contributes a great deal to Florida's economy, but at what cost?This week on Florida Matters, we’re exploring how the phosphate…

The phosphate industry contributes a great deal to Florida's economy, but at what cost?This week on Florida Matters, we’re exploring how the phosphate…