There are real health risks associated with bacteria from sewers. These can include pathogens such as E. coli, salmonella, and the infamous noroviruses that cause gastrointestinal disease.
However, it is not yet clear whether the bacteria the researchers discovered actually infects people in the area. Theoretically, they could enter the lungs of people who live near coastal waters, especially those who swim there.
Source: Ferra
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