N.C. State: 'Sunny Day Flooding' Increases Fecal Contamination of Coastal Waters
April 25, 2024
April 25, 2024
RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 25 (TNSres) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release:
A new study finds that "sunny day flooding," which occurs during high tides, increases the levels of fecal bacteria in coastal waters. While the elevated bacteria levels in the coastal waters tend to dissipate quickly, the findings suggest policymakers and public health officials should be aware of potential risks associated with tidal flooding.
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A new study finds that "sunny day flooding," which occurs during high tides, increases the levels of fecal bacteria in coastal waters. While the elevated bacteria levels in the coastal waters tend to dissipate quickly, the findings suggest policymakers and public health officials should be aware of potential risks associated with tidal flooding.
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