#water-safety

#water-safety

Legionella bacteria lurk quietly in the water systems of many New York City buildings, posing a persistent yet largely hidden health threat. Just this week, local health officials announced a cluster of such cases in Harlem.

"The irony is, I was there to give a water safety talk. I was literally setting up my handouts when I saw the firetrucks charging down the boardwalk."

In a statement released on July 24, John Lawn, CEO of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, said the park's lifeguard team recognized that a child was in distress and performed an immediate rescue.

According to Berkshire District Attorney Timothy J. Shugrue, at least three other children on the same field trip alerted a site supervisor that the Pittsfield student was unable to swim and had gone underwater.

"Jumping into even the prettiest and clearest rivers, lakes, creeks, and other natural bodies of water can expose you to a cesspool of unpleasant and invisible fellow swimmers..."

"Restoring drinking water service is one of the most vital steps in any disaster recovery," said State Water Board Chair E. Joaquin Esquivel. "The lifting of all drinking water advisories marks a major milestone in post-fire recovery."

Senior coroner Graeme Irvine expressed his condolences to Kaliyah's parents, acknowledging the profound grief they are experiencing during this tragic time.

"For years I had no idea what PFAS was, and learning about it helped make sense of my kidney cancer diagnosis. It's alarming how many people are unaware of these harmful chemicals in our environment."

Open water may appear calm and inviting, but it can be dangerously deceptive. Strong currents, sudden drops, hidden hazards and cold-water shock can affect even the strongest swimmers.