The Dangers of Swimming in Water Contaminated with E. Coli
E. Coli is a problem for many lakes and beach goers every summer. The bacteria can run off during large storms down into the rivers and then flow into the lakes, contaminating the surrounding beaches. E. Coli can often be a warning sign that other, even more dangerous kinds of bacteria may be in the water such as typhoid, cholera and dysentery. This is why local communities are very active in shutting down beaches for the public's safety at the first [...]