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Flooding Forces Swimmers to Avoid Contaminated NC Rivers

7/15/2025

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Swimmers in Raleigh, North Carolina, are urged to steer clear of specific rivers following devastating flooding that unleashed nearly seven million gallons of sewage into the Eno River. Additionally, five locations along the Neuse River have failed fecal bacteria tests, with stormwater runoff exacerbating the contamination. Stay safe and avoid these hazardous waters!

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Story summary

Swimmers in Raleigh, North Carolina, are urged to steer clear of specific rivers following devastating flooding that unleashed nearly seven million gallons of sewage into the Eno River. Additionally, five locations along the Neuse River have failed fecal bacteria tests, with stormwater runoff exacerbating the contamination. Stay safe and avoid these hazardous waters!