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Unsafe levels of fecal bacteria found in streams across Baltimore region

Unsafe levels of fecal bacteria found in streams across Baltimore region

Unhealthy levels of fecal bacteria have been found in streams, rivers and swimming holes from Frederick to Ellicott City to Bel Air this summer, according to data gathered by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.The foundation collected samples this summer from 40 Maryland streams and rivers in Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford and Howard counties and in Baltimore City.Most tests were conducted after rainstorms, when waterways are at their most polluted because of runoff.


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Excessive fecal bacteria found in Maryland waterways

Excessive fecal bacteria found in Maryland waterways

BALTIMORE (WBFF) -- Several lakes and streams in Maryland are polluted with fecal matter.Researchers from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation tested 40 different waterways after heavy rainfall in Harford, Baltimore, Howard, Frederick and Carroll counties, as well as Baltimore City.In White Marsh, one of the affected areas, Adam Randlett's home backs up to the Bird River.


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Minneapolis sees rise in foodborne illness from norovirus, Vibrio bacteria found in oysters

Minneapolis sees rise in foodborne illness from norovirus, Vibrio bacteria found in oysters

City health inspectors in Minneapolis are investigating a summer increase in foodborne illnesses related to norovirus and Vibrio, a bacteria found in raw oysters.The increases were highlighted in the city's "food establishment" newsletter, released Thursday."The reason for the spike in norovirus outbreaks is not known," the advisory stated.