First off, I have to say the Shore rocks. I was at Sandy Hook a couple weeks back and I had a great time. Good sun and a fantastic view of the city, the waves weren't so hot, but that was okay. Now what doesn't "rock" is the drinking water quality closer to New York in Bergen and Hudson counties. It was found that they have much higher levels of salt than normal, not so good for people with high blood pressure. Why would you want that extra mineral in your water?
From ABC-7:
United Water company has been sending notices out to its customers in Bergen and Hudson counties warning that the sodium level in the water supply is higher than it should be.
The company blames the winter task of salting the roads to keep them clear of ice.
The salt and snow melt from the roads spilled into reservoirs, taking the concentration of sodium higher than state guidelines -- and the water processing can't flush it out.
But the company is required to put out the warning for people with high blood pressure or other high sodium sensitive health concerns. It advises them to talk to their doctors.
The problem isn't too bad and nothing really to worry about. On the other hand, if you are lacking sodium in your diet, head over to New Jersey for a few gallons of fresh, New Jersey snow melt.
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