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Aug 17, 2026
High levels of fecal bacteria found in Philadelphia waterways, report says
If you’re in Philadelphia and thinking about cooling off in a river or stream, think again. PennEnvironment says area waterways have high levels of fecal bacteria. KYW Newsradio's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher/Getty Images)