RE: The water has really cleared up here in New York City. You know the East River, it used to have a head on it. ..

Much as i love NY, and sing it glory, and as much as it is true that the East River not really a river at all is cleaner-- the fact remains, if you enter the east river, it is recommended that you recieve a shot of gamma gobulin-- a blood sera that helps your immune system.

some years ago, a plane slipped of the run way at LAG-- and landed in the east river.. everyone was able to slide down the emergency ramp, and land in 3 to 4 foot water, and walk to shore.. but everyone was required "treatment" since exposure to the water of the east river is still a health hazzard.