Residents in Passau advised to heat water for consumption. - Residents of Passau to Heat their Drinking Water
In the historic city of Passau, Germany, a temporary boil water advisory has been issued due to the presence of bacteria in the drinking water supply. The specific type of bacteria found is Enterococci, according to reports from the city's utilities and health department.
The contamination in Passau's water supply has raised concerns about the safety of the drinking water. As a precautionary measure, the city's authorities are treating the water with chlorine. However, the duration of this treatment measure remains uncertain.
Further testing is required to confirm the presence of Enterococci bacteria and to determine the extent of the contamination. The health department spokesperson is responsible for reporting any findings and updates on the situation.
Residents are advised to boil water for at least one minute (or three minutes at higher altitudes) before using it for drinking, food preparation, brushing teeth, and cleaning open wounds. This is to ensure the water is safe to consume and use.
The city's utilities and health department are working together to address the contamination and to lift the advisory as soon as possible. They are continuing to test the water and will lift the advisory once no more bacteria are detected.
For up-to-date or official information about drinking water quality or advisories in Passau, it would be best to consult local government health authorities or the water supply company responsible for Passau directly. It is important for residents to stay informed and follow the advisory to ensure their safety during this time.
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