Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways

Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways. The clarifications came amid criticism over delays that the migrant trains were getting 'lost' before reaching their destinations. Till May 28, Yadav said, 3,840 Shramik Specials operated ferrying a total of 52 lakh passengers.

Railways denies reports of trains 'losing' way; says only 4 shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach destination

The Railways defended itself on Friday in the face of severe criticism over delays by Shramik Specials in reaching their destinations, saying they were not regular trains and they can be extended or short-terminated, and their stoppages and routes can be changed for the benefit of migrant workers.

Only 4 Shramik trains have taken over 72 hours to reach destination:Railways

The clarifications came amid criticism over delays that the migrant trains were getting 'lost' before reaching their destinations.Till May 28, VK Yadav said, 3,840 Shramik Specials operated ferrying a total of 52 lakh passengers.

Railways asks people with health conditions to avoid Shramik trains

Railways asks people with health conditions to avoid Shramik trains. At least nine passengers were reported dead on May 27 over a span of 48 hours on board the migrant trains, with the railways stating that all of them had health conditions.

In the name of Shramik Special, Railways running 'Corona Express' trains: Mamata

Mamata also said that social distancing norms were not being followed in the Shramik Special trains as they are running at full capacity.The Railways are bringing people from hotspot areas in huge numbers, she added

Indian Railways News: Demand For Shramik Specials Going Down But Trains Will Continue, Says Chairman

Indian Railways Latest News: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is blaming the Railways for the increased number of coronavirus cases in the state. On Friday, Mamata said the Railways is running Corona Express. 

Railways asks people with serious health issues to take trains only if necessary

Railways has been drawing flak over the last few days due to inordinate delay of Shramik Special trains.Railways have maintained that those who died in the trains were old and with chronic disease

Shramik trains ferry over 48 lakh since May 1

Shramik trains ferry over 48 lakh since May 1 New Delhi:  The Indian Railways has ferried over 48 lakh migrant workers on board 3,736 ‘Shramik Special’ trains since May 1, according to official data.Of these, 3,157 have reached their destination, while 386 are in transit. The top five states and UTs from where maximum trains […]

Shramik Specials not regular trains, can be extended, diverted to benefit migrant workers: Railways

Addressing a press conference, Railway Board Chairman V K Yadav clarified that no train can ever be

Amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Indian Railways Appeals To Vulnerable Persons To Avoid Non-Essential Travel By Trains

The Railways has been running Shramik special Trains on a daily basis throughout the country.

After flak over Shramik, Rlys says only 71 out of 3,840 trains diverted

Over the past few days, at least nine people lost their lives in different Shramik trains, for which the reasons were allegedly lack of supply of food and water

Reservation period for special trains increased to 120 days: Indian Railway

The changes will be implemented from May 31 onward, according to Indian Railways

People with serious ailments, pregnant women must avoid travelling on Shramik Special trains: Piyush Goyal

Recent cases of deaths on trains were due to pre-existing medical conditions, says the Railways Minister

Advance reservation period for all 30 Special Rajdhani type trains extended from 30 to 120 days

Indian Railways has decided to increase the advance reservation period (ARP) from the existing 30 days to 120 days for all 30 Special Rajdhani type trains that have been operating since May 12, 2020.

Railways to continue advance booking after May 31

Pakistan Railways to continue advance booking after May 31.

Appeal from Ministry of Railways to passengers

Indian Railways has been running Shramik special Trains on a daily basis throughout the country to ensure that migrants can travel back to their homes.

Indian Railways reinstates advance ticket reservation window to 120 days

According to a Railway Ministry spokesperson, the changes shall be implemented from 8 am of the train booking date of May 31 onwards

Railways appeals persons with co-morbidities, senior citizens, children below 10 to avoid travel on 'Shramik' specials

This comes after reports of deaths in special trains being run to transport stranded migrant workers from different parts of the country.

Indian Railways Provides Big Relief To Passengers: Starts Advance 120 Days Booking And Luggage, Parcel Service

In a major relief to passengers, the Indian Railways on Thursday (29 May) modified the rules for reservation in Special Rajdhani and Special mail and express type trains as it extended the advance reservation period from 30 days to 120 days.

Migrant labourers needn't pay for Sharmik train, states will pay: Railways

Migrant workers do not have to pay for tickets of Shramik Special trains as sending and receiving states are coordinating with each other for the fare of these trains, Railway Board Chairman Vinod Kumar Yadav said on Friday.

Railway Reservations can be made up to 120 days in advance from 31st May

Railway Reservations can be made up to 120 days in advance from 31st May: - Summary of the Gallery

IRCTC train ticket booking: Reservation period extended, tatkal brought back

The tatkal ticket booking facility will also be applicable for 200 special mail express trains that will commence from June 1.Indian Railways partially resumed services with 30 special AC trains on May 12

Reopening Schools: First look inside a school with partitions

Many parents are wondering how schools could look different if they reopen in the fall.

Schools reopening - is your child affected and everything you need to know

Schools, nurseries and colleges closed almost 10 weeks ago in a bid to stop the rapid spread of coronavirus - but from Monday, thousands of children in England may once again be walking through the school gates

Challenges awaiting private schools after reopening

Whenever the Federal Government reopens schools for physical classes, some challenges are bound to confront private schools...

Public opinion is hardening against reopening schools

The majority of parents believe it will not be safe to send their children back on 1 June.

‘Bubbles’ of eight children as schools reopen for some year groups from 8 June

JERSEY’S schools will begin a phased process of reopening from Monday 8 June, but there will be no sanctions for parents who do not allow their children to return.

Motshekga admits dept faces several setbacks ahead of schools reopening

Minister Angie Motshekga visited three schools in Gauteng to assess their state of readiness.

SAHRC urges Motshekga to postpone reopening of schools by a week

Teachers returned to school this week and already there've been several COVID-19 infections confirmed at a number of schools.

Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday

The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.

South Africa should delay reopening of schools: Human Rights Commission

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has written to minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga recommending that she reconsider the return of students to schools from 1 June.

Parents oppose plan to reopen Lagos schools

Some parents in Lagos State have kicked against the reopening of schools in view of the continued spread of the coronavirus in the country. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the parents sai...

Government aiming to reopen all schools in late August

The Taoiseach says the Government intends to reopen all schools at the start of the next academic...

WB students might attend classes on alternate days after reopening: Education Minister

The state-run schools are scheduled to open from June 30, according to Indian Express.

Q&A: How many days a week will children be able to attend school from late August?

Roadmap for reopening schools being drawn up over the next fortnight

School announces it will not reopen this term due to safety fears

'It is clear that the risk and potential harms far outweigh the benefits of reopening'

What will happen to teachers who don't turn up to work in England on Monday

Some teachers don't feel it is safe to return to work

Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday

The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.

Sheffield City Council advises against schools reopening on Monday

The South Yorkshire authority has cited fears that the test and trace system will not be ‘robust enough’ by next week.

Bank holiday weekend to see temperatures soar to 25C

The dry sunny weather is set to continue over the June bank holiday weekend, with temperatures forecast to hit 25C in some areas.

June Bank Holiday weekend 2020 weather forecast - Ireland to be roasted by scorching conditions as temperatures soar

Temperatures as high as 25 degrees predicted for the bank holiday weekend.

Heatwave for Ireland as above average temperatures continue

The expected temperatures are much higher than the average at this time of the year, which lies between 61 and 64F, according to Met Éireann. 

The weather is going to be absolutely lovely this June bank holiday weekend

Temperatures will remain in the 20s all weekend.

UK weather: How hot will this weekend's mini heatwave be?

This weekend's glorious weather may be followed by plummeting temperatures and outbreaks of rain

UK weather forecast: Highs of 28C this weekend as 'driest May ever' comes to an end

The Met Office's provisional figures suggest the UK has seen its sunniest ever spring, while the Environment Agency has said hose pipe bans are unlikely despite severe lack of rain

Warm weekend followed by wet week

The weekend will remain hot across the country however temperatures will begin to fall from the start of the week as the rain clouds roll in.

This spring has been driest on record in Leinster

Bank holiday set to be ‘amazing weekend’ of ‘very pleasant weather’ with highs of 25 degrees

When will beer gardens reopen?

A refreshing pint at your local might not be too far off.

Coronavirus: Pubs with beer gardens likely to be the first hospitality venues to reopen

The government said pubs would not be able to reopen until 4 July at the earliest because of the difficulties of socially distancing

Pubs with beer gardens will be first to reopen

Venues with outside spaces will likely be the first to reopen with strict social distancing measures, a minister has said.

Pubs with beer gardens likely to be first to reopen when restrictions eased

Pubs, restaurants, theatres, clubs and cinemas have been closed for more than two months.

Pubs with beer gardens likely to be first to reopen when restrictions eased

Pubs with beer gardens are likely to be among the first venues in the hospitality sector to reopen when coronavirus restrictions are eased, the Environment Secretary has confirmed. George Eustice said there would be no changes until “at least” July when he expected pubs and restaurants with outdoor areas would be the only ones able to welcome customers again. Pubs, restaurants, theatres, clubs and cinemas have been closed for more than two months after the Prime Minister announced last orders on March 20.

Pubs with beer gardens to be first to reopen when coronavirus restrictions are eased, minister says

PUBS with beer gardens are likely to be the first to reopen when coronavirus lockdown rules are eased, the Environment Secretary has confirmed. George Eustice said earlier today that there would be…

George Eustice gives update on pubs - and beer gardens will be first

"In the case of pubs and restaurants it will begin with beer gardens and outdoor areas."

80 sheep killed by dogs in Hastings

A further 25 dogs were injured.

Yes, your dog wants to rescue you

Imagine you're a dog. Your owner is trapped in a box and is crying out for help. Are you aware of his despair? If so, can you set him free? And what's more, do you really want to? That's what researchers wanted to know when they gave dogs the chance to rescue their owners.

Yes, your dog wants to rescue you

Imagine you're a dog. Your owner is trapped in a box and is crying out for help. Are you aware of his despair? If so, can you set him free? And what's more, do you really want to?

80 sheep dead after dog attack

More than 100 sheep have been brutally mauled in an overnight dog attack in rural Hastings. Hastings District Council regulatory solutions manager...

Owners warned to keep dogs cool during hot weather

A dog welfare charity has warned owners to keep their pets cool during the hot weather.

Nelson City Council Changes Dog Bylaw To Balance Needs Of Owners With Local Ecosystem

Nelson City Council’s Environment Committee has adopted the Dog Control Policy and also voted to recommend to Council the adoption of the Dog Control Bylaw, which was consulted on earlier this year.

Four nations, four lockdowns: How different rules now apply in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland (so who's following what science?)

Long-awaited changes are being made to the UK's coronavirus lockdown with the four Home Nations now adopting different approaches to the loosening of draconian rules.

A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown

Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

Some long-awaited changes are in store following the Prime Minister’s announcement that some lockdown measures will be eased from Monday.But what exactly will people around the UK be allowed to do once restrictions are lifted, and what will still be frowned upon?– Can I visit family and friends?As of Monday, people in England will be able to gather outdoors in socially-distanced groups of six. This means that groups can meet in parks and private gardens for chats and barbecues.Outdoor gatherings will also be allowed in Wales from Monday, however there is no limit on the number of people who are allowed to meet.Scottish citizens do not have to wait until Monday to visit family and friends, with restrictions being eased from Friday to allow gatherings of up to eight people.

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

What changes around the UK with the imminent lifting of lockdown restrictions?

Coronavirus: All you need to know about the lifting of lockdown measures

What changes around the UK with the imminent lifting of lockdown restrictions?

A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown

Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.Here is what some of the provinces have a

Sonu Sood helps airlift 177 girls stuck in Kerala

Sonu Sood continues to win hearts with his humanitarian deeds in these trying times. After helping hundreds of migrant workers, who were stranded in the city without income or food, reach their homes safely, he has now proved to be a messiah for 177 helpless girls stuck in Kerala. The actor had them airlifted and sent home. They were stuck in Ernakulam, Kerala amidst the nationwide lockdown.

Sonu Sood airlifts 177 Odia girls from Kerala

Special aircraft arranged to help the girls who were stuck in Ernakulam

After Arranging Buses For Thousands Of Migrants, Sonu Sood Helps Airlift 170 Girls Stuck In Kerala

After sending numerous migrant workers to their hometowns across the nation, actor Sonu Sood has now airlifted over 170 girls stuck in Kerala amid the coronavirus lockdown.Rajya Sabha MP Amar Patn

Sonu Sood Airlifts 170 Girls Working as Labourers at a Factory in Kerala, Sends Them to Odisha

Sonu Sood now helps migrant workers stuck in Kerala. He sends a special aircraft to lift 170 young girls from Kerala to Odisha.

After arranging buses for migrant workers, Sonu Sood airlifts 177 Odia girls from Kerala

Sonu Sood airlifts 177 girls stuck in Kerala to Bhubaneswar in a special flight amid COVID-19 lockdown

Sonu Sood airlifts 177 girls stuck in Kerala to Bhubaneswar in a special flight amid COVID-19 lockdown: Actor Sonu Sood who has been at the forefront of sending stranded migrants back home by arranging travel and .... Get all latest entertainment & viral stories on english.lokmat.com

Questions on reopening New York's economy baffle businesses

Some upstate New York business owners who made plans to reopen Friday as the state gradually loosens restrictions put in place during the coronavirus crisis remained close amid last-minute confusion o

NYC Eyes June 8 for First Phase of Reopening

Also Friday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo cleared a large swath of upstate New York to reopen hair salons, retail shops and offices under strict guidelines.

Nevada, Las Vegas start Phase 2 reopening

May 29 (UPI) -- Las Vegas establishments and other Nevada businesses will start Phase 2 reopening Friday, marking the biggest reopening of the state's economy since the beginning of the coronavirus restrictions.

NYC tanning salon owner fined $1,000 for reopening: 'It's insane what's happening'

A New York tanning salon owner who was fined $1,000 for reopening in defiance of the state's coronavirus lockdown order said Friday that he is already "broke," as are other members of his community. 

Coronavirus News: Social distancing concerns for subways, MTA services once NYC begins to reopen

As New York City still waits to enter Phase 1 of reopening, there is still no plan announced on how exactly people are supposed to socially distance themselves on the subway.

Punjab PSEB Result 2020: Scores Declared For Class 10, 8, 5 at pseb.ac.in; Class 12 Board Results Next

The PSEB 12th Result 2020 will be declared in the next few days.

Nagaland Board To Announce Results For Class 10 and 12 On May 30

Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) announced that the results HSLC (class 10) and HSSLC (class 12) exam 2020 will be released on Saturday, 30 May.

NBSE Result 2020: Nagaland Board class 10 & 12 results to be announced on May 30th, check details here

The results will be declared on its official website nbsenagaland.com.

Nagaland Board 2020: NBSE to declare HSSLC, HSLC results tomorrow on nbsenagaland.com

Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) will announce the results of HSLC (class 10) and HSSLC (class 12) exam 2020 on Saturday, 30 May.

PSEB 10th Result 2020 declared on basis of internal marks: Direct links to check Punjab Board 8th, 5th, 10th results

The PSEB 10th result 2020 has just been declared by the Punjab School Education Board. Here are the direct links to check the PSEB Class 10, PSEB 8th Result 2020, and PSEB 5th Result 2020.

Five Catholic grammar schools call off 11-plus exams for one year

FIVE grammar schools have become the first to cancel their entrance exams due to take place this winter.

Independent schools to overtake Catholic system as second-biggest sector in NSW

Independently-run schools are the fastest-growing sector in NSW, thanks in part to a boom in Islamic colleges.

Independent schools to overtake Catholic system as second-biggest sector in NSW

Independently-run schools are the fastest-growing sector in NSW, thanks in part to a boom in Islamic colleges.

Independent schools to overtake Catholic system as second-biggest sector in NSW

Independently-run schools are the fastest-growing sector in NSW, thanks in part to a boom in Islamic colleges.

Railways issues guidelines for TTEs on board 100 pairs of special trains to run from June 1

They also said all the staff shall be provided with sufficient number of masks, face shields, hand gloves, head covers, sanitiser and soap so that they can perform their duty safely.

Railways issues guidelines for TTEs on board 100 pairs of special trains to run from June 1

Rlys issues guidelines for TTEs on board 100 pairs of special trains to run from June 1

New normal for TTEs on board spl trains: magnifying glass, masks, gloves instead of coat, tie

For the first time in its 167-year history, the railways' on board ticket checking staff will be without their customary black coats and ties and will instead wear gloves, masks, PPEs and check tickets with magnifying glasses

Railways issues guidelines for TTEs: Black coats, ties off, PPEs, masks, gloves on

The railways also said that all its staff shall be provided with sufficient number of masks, face shields, head covers, hand gloves, sanitiser and soap ensuring their safety while they are duty.

IRCTC Latest News: TTEs Won't Wear Black Coats, Ties, Will Check Tickets Through Magnifying Glass

IRCTC Latest News: For the first time ever in its history of 167 years, the ticket checkers will not wear black coats and ties.

Thailand to further ease restrictions, shorten curfew hours

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low numbers of locally transmitted cases of the coronavirus.

Thailand to further ease COVID-19 restrictions, shorten curfew hours

Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low ...

Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district

BANGKOK, May 29 — The black leather party masks that performers May and Som wear for their fetish shows in Bangkok are definitely not the sort to stop the coronavirus. Behind closed doors, they practise for the day when health restrictions are lifted and tourists return, but they have no idea...

Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district

Thailand shut bars and clubs in mid-March as coronavirus cases surged. It halted international passenger flights, stopping the tourism that had made Bangkok the world's most visited city for four years. Patpong went dark.

Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford

The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.

Families to be reunited as Wales eases coronavirus lockdown from Monday

First Minister Mark Drakeford will confirm the lifting of some restrictions when he gives an update at lunchtime

'Barking mad': Welsh 'five-mile' travel plan criticised by MP

Plans for people in Wales to be allowed to meet up with others up to five miles from home have been described as "utterly barking mad" by an MP.

Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford

The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.

Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford

The First Minister indicated further relaxing of lockdown rules, before defending his ‘stay local’ five-mile restriction on travel.

Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando get approval by state to reopen theme parks

Walt Disney World and SeaWorld Orlando both got the green light on Friday to reopen their theme parks over the next few weeks.

Disney World Plans for a July Reopening, Despite the Still-Ongoing Pandemic

What could possibly go wrong?

Walt Disney World Temporarily Suspends Dining Plans, FastPasses, And Extra Magic Hours

Significant changes are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort upon the parks’ reopening in mid-July, but it’s more than anyone imagined. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Disney will ...

Bishop Lavis community to protest reopening of schools

The group's Rodney Zeeberg said that grade 7 and matric pupils were being led to the 'slaughterhouse'.

Bishop Lavis group urges parents not to send pupils to school on 1 June

Schools are meant to reopen on that day, with grades 7s and matrics expected to return to the classroom for the first time since mid-March due to the coronavirus.

Eight Gauteng school districts are yet to receive PPE deliveries

Service and distribution giant Bidvest had stepped in to clean schools which do not have the capacity to do so.

Region prepares for floods

The potential of thunderstorms in the B.C. Southern Interior has forecasters expecting river levels in the Boundary region to rise quickly early next week.

Local state of emergency

UPDATE 3:35 p.m. The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Board has declared a state of local emergency for the entire Boundary region.

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Rains lash Delhi, parts of Punjab, Haryana; IMD says no heat wave for most of India from May 30-June 2

India News: Rains lashed the national capital and parts of Haryana and Punjab bringing relief to people from scorching temperatures on Friday, even as many places

IMD issues orange alert for Idduki, predicts very heavy rainfall in 48 hrs

Rains lashed Chandigarh and its surrounding areas on Friday, leading to a drop in temperatures by a few notches and bringing much-needed relief from the heat

Green light for garden parties, but careful using the bathroom: England releases new guidelines for social gatherings amid lockdown

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced measures to further ease lockdown in England at a press conference on Thursday.

Scientist warns it's not safe to have barbecues despite Boris Johnson's green light

Professor Sally Bloomfield, of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, today warned that sharing cutlery and crockery at barbecues is "dangerous", despite the Prime Minister saying yesterday that people in England can hold garden gatherings from Monday

Zombie fires erupt in Arctic

May 29 (UPI) -- Zombie fires -- blazes that have smoldered underground in the Arctic after last year's fire season -- have erupted above the surface in Alaska, Canada, Greenland and Russia, threatening the burn thousands of acres this season, scientists said.

Siberian heatwave sparks 'zombie' wildfire fears

A heatwave in Siberia is sparking concerns about “zombie” wildfires that have been smoldering since last year.

The chef and owner of the Michelin-starred restaurant Le Bernardin on the future of fine dining in NYC — and what you can expect from the seafood menu after the pandemic

Menus at top tier restaurants could change weekly following the pandemic, according to the chef at NYC's iconic seafood spot, Le Bernardin.

Dining in Europe after coronavirus: Restaurants get creative to lure tourists back

Restaurateurs want to adhere to social distancing rules while also trying to serve as many customers as health and safety measures will allow.

Uplifting news: Group raises thousands and artist unveils mural in Birmingham

A round-up of Friday’s feelgood stories.

Uplifting news: Group raises thousands and artist unveils mural in Birmingham

A round-up of Friday’s feelgood stories.

Reservoirs are full – but the long-range forecast is for dry weather

RESERVOIRS are 95% full and the Island is in a ‘comfortable’ position despite the long spell of dry weather, Jersey Water has said.

UK weather: Sunniest spring since records began

England is set to have its driest May in 124 years as some areas warn of drought conditions.

WATCH: Firefighters tackle blaze on top of the Wrekin

The Wrekin was closed to visitors as fire crews tackled a large blaze on top of the landmark Shropshire hill.

WATCH: Firefighters tackle blaze on top of the Wrekin

The Wrekin was closed to visitors as fire crews tackled a large blaze on top of the landmark Shropshire hill.

IMD sees heavy rain for Kerala, Lakshadweep until Sunday

Monsoon is here all but in name, says Skymet Weather

Twin depression alert in Arabian Sea as monsoon draws closer

Low-pressure areas at both ends seen intensifying

Swimming groups urge Northeast governors to allow reopening of pools: 'Swimming will save lives'

Northeast swimming organizations are calling on their governors to reopen facilities for swimmers amidst the coronavirus pandemic. 

It's pretty safe to swim in a pool during the coronavirus pandemic. Just avoid the locker room and keep moving.

Some jurisdictions are opening pools as they come out of coronavirus lockdowns. They're pretty safe if you avoid the locker room and keep swimming.