Environmental
In Hawaii, the term 'brown water advisory' most commonly relates to:
AA. Earthquake-related groundwater disturbance
BB. Runoff from flooding or storms that contaminates nearshore ocean water with bacteria✓ Correct
CC. Volcanic lava entering the ocean
DD. Pesticide drift from agricultural areas
Explanation
Brown water advisories in Hawaii warn of runoff-contaminated nearshore waters following heavy rain, when bacteria and sediment make ocean water unsafe for swimming.
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