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While on vacation, Tom notices that there is a “No Swimming” alert at the local beach because a sewage pipe has burst nearby. Why has the city MOST likely issued that alert?

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Responses

Oil will be floating on the water.

Oil will be floating on the water.

Swimming suits could get dirty.

Swimming suits could get dirty.

The water is not as clear.

The water is not as clear.

Swimmers could get sick.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Swimmers could get sick.

(Sewage contains pathogens and contaminants that can cause illness, so authorities close beaches to protect public health.)