Motor oil and gas from nearby roadways, plastic pellets and sewage overflows. How do you know if it's safe to be in the Allegheny River system? The water has improved since the region's industrial era, but still faces threats. Three Rivers Waterkeepers are teaching residents how to spot and report local river pollution, and how to interact with our local rivers more mindfully. Read the story now by Reporter Clare Sheedy.
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