Chlorine needs over 15 minutes to kill some viruses, which is why it is best used as a disinfectant in the water supply or in pools where it can sit.

Summer is upon us, and as outdoor pools start opening up, it’s only natural to want to spend some time cooling off with a refreshing swim. If you’re frequently in and out of the pool, it’s possible to ...

No one likes seeing that their swimming pool water has gone cloudy. You just instinctively sense that something isn’t right when the water in your pool isn’t crystal clear. Your instincts are correct: ...

May 6—It's going to cost you more than double to keep your freshwater swimming pool sanitized this summer over last year, experts say. That's because there is a national shortage of chlorine thanks to ...

If you get your drinking water from the city of Cocoa, it's about to taste and smell a little bit more like chlorine. Don't worry, city officials say, it's still safe to drink and will mean cleaner ...

There’s almost nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool in the summer. It might be tempting to dive right in, hair and all, but there’s reason to believe you should think twice about this.