Safety Report: Do Not Drink Order in Waterville, ME, Waterville, ME, USA
2 years ago •source wabi.tv
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Waterville, Maine, United States
A Do Not Drink Order has been issued for Kennebec Water District customers due to the presence of firefighting foam in the water distribution system. The Do Not Drink Order will remain in place until water quality tests show that the water is safe to drink. This includes making ice cubes, food preparation, brushing teeth, or any other activity involving the consumption of water. The water is safe for bathing and cleaning.The water district says the extent of the contamination is unclear and the order has been issued out of an abundance of caution. They say firefighting foam entered the water distribution system Monday morning during a fire on Elm Street in Waterville and the issue appears to be primarily in the areas of Elm Street and Main Street. The Kennebec Water District says they received testing and flushing guidance from the CDC and water district staff is working on flushing the contamination out of the system.
Source: www.wabi.tv/2023/05/22/do-not-drink-order-issued-kennebec-water-district-customer/
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