Manasquan Reservoir impacted by algae; officials say drinking water is safe
Posted: Updated:Officials say the Manasquan Reservoir in Howell is one of several bodies of water in New Jersey impacted by algae.
According to officials, the blooms can be dangerous if a person’s body touches them.
RELATED: Officials confirm water in Manasquan Reservoir in Howell contaminated
Officials are assuring residents the drinking water is safe -- for towns that use the reservoir.
Record setting rainfall over the past year is one of the factors creating the blooms.
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Princeton scholar held in Iranian prison released in prisoner swap
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On Saturday, NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea tweeted that after a thorough investigation, "It has been determined that the razor incident was indeed an accident."
On Saturday, NYPD Commissioner Dermot Shea tweeted that after a thorough investigation, "It has been determined that the razor incident was indeed an accident."
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Single-car crash brings down power lines in West Orange
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Your New Jersey 2019 Holiday Photos
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2019 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
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Your December 2019 Storm Photos
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Here are some of the latest tech items featured in the News 12 series The Download.
Your 2019 Thanksgiving Table Photos
Your 2019 Thanksgiving Table Photos
Does your family prepare a delicious Thanksgiving spread? News 12 wants to see photos of your beautiful table!
Does your family prepare a delicious Thanksgiving spread? News 12 wants to see photos of your beautiful table!
Does your family prepare a delicious Thanksgiving spread? News 12 wants to see photos of your beautiful table!Does your family prepare a delicious Thanksgiving spread? News 12 wants to see photos of your beautiful table!
