Leptospiroris in flood waters

There's so much garbage and disease in any waters, these days, except perhaps swimming pools. I used to enjoy kayaking until I found that flesh-eating bacteria is in the water on Tampa Bay. It likes warm water. Of course, if you don't have any skin damage, then it's unlikely you would be harmed. But it can also enter through your nose when swimming.

Stay safe. Stay out of lightning storms and dirty water, and say your prayers.

As you guys say, there's so much garbage and dangerous items out there. I know, we can't stay away from getting in touch with them, but at least we can be more cautious about them. Just like you, I've seen a lot of riders that enjoy getting completely soaked in a flooded road. I live in a tropical country, so tropical storms are always hitting us, and with this tropical heat, we can catch any possible virus/bacteria that loves warm weather. Unfortunately, people don't have any conscience of taking care, and they keep exposing themselves, and they even expose little kids by making them enjoy getting wet in flooded places.

There are so many incidence of leptospirosis last month, and some of them die during the medication, and some of them don't know the cause of death until the doctor's examined them, the flood in metro manila is really dangerous.

Ah, flooded roads, a mountain biker's worst enemy – well, aside from those pesky rookie mistakes and ill-prepared riders. While I appreciate the joy of off-road adventures, it's crucial to remember that not all trails are meant to be conquered, especially when they're underwater and filled with a certain four-letter-word-starting-with-R's urine. I'd rather not become a statistic for leptospirosis; I have far too many trails to conquer. So, let's leave the flooded roads to the ducks and focus on the muddy, rocky, and steep paths that truly test our mettle. Stay safe, and remember, biking smart is just as important as biking hard.

While I understand your concern, I disagree that cycling on flooded roads is inherently dangerous. With the right gear, such as waterproof shoes and gloves, open wounds can be protected from contamination. Additionally, leptospirosis is treatable with antibiotics if caught early. However, I do agree that it's important to be aware of potential hazards and take necessary precautions.