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Jellyfish Facts for New Jersey Surfers

You may get stung by a jellyfish if you are swimming in the ocean. Most of the jellyfish species you encounter are not dangerous but they can cause you some discomfort. The immediate symptoms of a sting can ....

Red Tide

Red tide is a natural phenomenon caused by algae blooms of reddish-brown phytoplankton (microscopic algae) in the sea, often in coastal waters. These blooms can effect your health. Most red tides are harmless, but a few species ...

Storm Drains

Water from rain and melting snow that flows over lawns, parking lots and streets is known as storm water runoff. This water, which travels along gutters, into catch basins and through storm...


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