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Prevention Week Focuses on Water Safety

Pool SafetyThe week before Memorial Day has been designated National Recreational Water Illness and Injury (RWII) Prevention Week by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

RWII Prevention Week 2013 will take place May 20–26, 2013, marking the ninth anniversary of this observance. Each year, RWII Prevention Week focuses on simple steps swimmers and pool operators can take to help ensure a healthy and safe swimming experience for everyone.

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Ozone Season Begins in the Miami Valley

Ozone LayerThe 2013 ozone-monitoring season officially began on April 1. Ozone pollution is formed from emissions from cars and industry on warm sunny days.

RAPCA measures ozone pollution at six locations in five counties – Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Preble – and provides daily air pollution forecasts. RAPCA issues Air Pollution Advisories when ozone pollution is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive individuals.

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