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Each year, 15 billion gallons of untreated sewage and rainwater flood the city's waterways during storms. The water department has been under order by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to clean up the system.

A new government study estimates nearly half of the nations tap water has at least one type of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), also known as

Environmental groups are calling on state officials to take steps to stop sewage overflows and pollution run-off amid newly released data showing pathogens posing health risks at more than half

PHILADELPHIA — Each year, Philadelphia’s waterways are forced to swallow a dirty mix containing 15 billion gallons of untreated sewage and rainwater during storms because of an antiquated city system,

Swimming in contaminated water can cause gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhea and vomiting, ear and eye infections, respiratory illnesses, and skin rashes.

A significant percentage of beaches that surround the Great Lakes tested positive last year for potentially unsafe levels of bacteria. Wisconsin is highlighted in a new report that compiles federal data. In its latest "Safe for Swimming?" summary, the group Environment America notes 63% of beaches tested in the Great Lakes region last year had at least one day of fecal contamination that exceeded the EPAs Beach Action Value. ...

Fecal contamination refers to the presence of microorganisms in the environment due to fecal matter from humans or animals

An environmental group is offering a word of caution to Marylanders: 41 Maryland beaches were found to be potentially unsafe for swimming on at least one day of…

Environmental groups and concerned citizens scored a victory in New Mexico on Thursday that could lead to better regulation of PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." Following a meeting of the states Oil Conservation Commission, board members agreed to hold a hearing next February to consider new rules governing the oil and gas industry and its use of PFAS. Liliana Castillo, who serves on the Amigos Bravos board of directors, noted the toxic chemicals do not break down in t...

If you’re planning to go to the beach, you may want to think twice before diving into the water.