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Norfolk Residents Persistent Sewage Issues

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Residential street in Norfolk, Virginia with sewage problems on sidewalks, repair crew working, and distressed resident.

Residents in Norfolk, Virginia, particularly those on Llewellyn Avenue, face ongoing sewage problems that severely impact their daily lives. The smell of sewage and recurring blockages in home plumbing have become an unwelcome norm for this community. A Decade-Long Struggle Ealecia Morrison, a resident of Llewellyn Avenue, has been particularly vocal about the issue. For … Read more

Is Your Hot Shower Causing Asthma & Eczema?

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Person taking a hot shower with visible steam, chloramine compounds represented as small colored particles in the steam. The person looks concerned, rubbing their chest, indicating breathing difficulties. In the background, there is a well-ventilated bathroom with an open window. Near the shower, a reverse osmosis water filtration system is visible.

Chloramines, Asthma and Eczema Flare-Ups Chloramines, a group of compounds formed from chlorine and nitrogen, are widely used in water treatment for their stability and disinfection. While effective in preventing bacterial growth in drinking water, exposure to chloramines, particularly in aerosolized form, has been shown to cause significant health issues, including asthma and eczema flare-ups. … Read more