Poll: Survey Estimates 1 in 5 People Pee in Pool

Gross.

According to a new survey, reported by WTOP.com, one of five people in a swimming pool urinates in it.   

The Water Quality and Health Council conducted the survey, which also found that seven in 10 people don’t shower before entering the pool, bringing outside germs with them into the pool.

While chlorine does kill germs, it should not be a cure-all for bathing.

The Centers for Disease control website has pool and hot tub safety tips, including instructions for using pool test strips for pH balance at home.

in Manassas Park and Prince William County opened May 26. Most will close in September.

Still want to cool off in a public pool? Try the 's indoor pool or the in , also located in Manassas Park.