Category: Environment
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Collier County to sample beaches for red tide
A handful of Collier County beaches, islands and passes are seeing medium and high concentrations of red tide, with low concentrations also recorded in Lee County. Swimmers are describing seeing dead fish floating around them in the water. Collier County says it will be collecting new water samples today.
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Lewis Pugh calls UK marine park ‘historic’ for ocean protection
Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh hails “historic” decision to designate Plymouth Sound as the UK’s first national marine park.
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The Vortex Swim returns to shore
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Ben Lecomte found a smog of microplastics threatening marine life and the health of our planet. With the 300 nautical mile swim complete, the mission continues to move to natural.â 80 days at sea A 350 nautical mile swim through the Great Pacific Garbage Patch 3,800 pieces of…
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Converting a saltwater pool into a natural swimming pool | The Pool
You can convert a traditional saltwater chlorinated pool into a freshwater pool that uses a natural wetland to keep the water clean and clear.
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The 4ocean Mobile Skimmer
We are stoked to present the 4ocean Mobile Skimmer! We custom manufactured this vessel to expedite the process of collecting accumulated plastic out of the ocean. We have been testing the vessel locally, and are excited to deploy it at our international locations where it can have the most impact. Stay tuned for updates.
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Swimming the Entire Connecticut River
Kari Kastango is a triathlete who has made it her mission to swim the entire length of the Connecticut River. Here she explains why this multi-year swim is so important. Join Kari in making a difference for your rivers. Donate to CRC to support clean, healthy rivers at http://journeygives.org/karis-swim-to…
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Blue Springs Lake under no-swim warning due to risk of E. coli
Blue Springs Lake is under a no-swim warning for Labor Day because of the risk of E. coli.
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Government investigating foul smells by rowing clubs, no swimming till source identified
The Government says it is investigating persistent, foul smells in the area of the Med and Calpe Rowing Clubs. It has advised the clubs not to allow swimming in the sea until its tests can identify the source and take whatever action may be necessary.
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When can we swim in Chicago`s rivers? Within a decade, activists hope
While it`s generally not a good idea to jump in today, activists hope we can swim in the rivers and canals that cut through the city within the next decade. WGN`s Mike Lowe has more.