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      Water Quality & Pollution

      Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, usually as a result of human activities. Water bodies include for example lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers and groundwater. Water pollution results when contaminants are introduced into the natural environment.

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      Lauren Chambliss

      May 7, 2021 • Updated Feb 9, 2024 • 4 min read
      Pollution
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      How to Understand Air Quality

      Breathing polluted air can be risky. Keep track of the Air Quality Index (AQI) in your area and follow the guidelines in your area to protect yourself when air quality is unhealthy.

      Aaron Baker
      Aaron Baker

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      Hurricanes are storms that form over tropical or subtropical water and have the potential to produce devastating winds and flooding from storm surge and extreme rainfall. Both flooding and high winds are dangerous safety risks and cause significant property damage.

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      Aaron Baker

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