Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Pollution is happening where the rubber meets the road.
Scientists have found a new type of pollution, microplastics that are spun off synthetic tires as cars roll on roadways.
On Tuesdays's Wake Up Call newsletter, hear about A new type of pollution from tires is found in the Hillsborough River.
Plus, a studio owning, festival organizing tap dance enthusiasts wants to put Tampa on the map for other tap dancers, and she's making that a reality.
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Pollution is happening where the rubber meets the road.
Scientists have found a new type of pollution, microplastics that are spun off synthetic tires as cars roll on roadways.
On Tuesdays's Wake Up Call newsletter, hear about A new type of pollution from tires is found in the Hillsborough River.
Plus, a studio owning, festival organizing tap dance enthusiasts wants to put Tampa on the map for other tap dancers, and she's making that a reality.
Website: https://www.wusf.org
Sign up for our daily newsletter: wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter
Follow us on social media:
Facebook: facebook.com/WUSF
Instagram: instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg See less
