water-safety

Poison tap water refers to drinking water that contains harmful contaminants at levels high enough to cause illness or injury. Water can become unsafe due to chemicals, heavy me...

Riptides describe strong, narrow currents moving directly away from shore and are among the leading coastal hazards for swimmers and beachgoers. These currents form as waves pus...

Finding feces in water means untreated or partially treated human or animal waste has entered a drinking water source, recreational water, or plumbing system. This introduction...

Drowning in Belmar, NJ, refers to unintentional submersion or immersion in water that results in respiratory impairment, typically in the borough’s oceanfront, bay, and nearby...