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All posts tagged: Public Health

Spring Blooming in the Schuylkill

May 9, 2013  |  Maggie Wood

Some customers in Roxborough and East Falls have been noticing an earthy odor in their drinking water. This is not uncommon in spring and summer when warmer water temperatures and abundant nutrients encourage blue-green algae to grow.

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Iodine-131: A Panel Discussion

June 13, 2011  |  Matthew Fritch

Iodine-131 has been in the news lately, and PWD has been busy responding to media inquiries. Now is your chance to ask your own questions and voice concerns:

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