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How to know if Oklahoma's lake, river water is safe to swim in
Swimming in pools, lakes and the ocean is a great way to beat the summer heat − but not if the water is dirty and can make you sick. Dirty pools commonly lead to urinary tract infections, ear infections and stomach bugs, and bacteria and germs in the water …