The Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Barbados Water Authority (BWA) are advising St Lucy residents to boil water from their taps before using it due to an increase in discolouration.
In a release, the BWA said further testing is being done to determine the cause of the brown water.
“The BWA has been involved in a vigorous programme of mains replacement in St Lucy and is therefore aware of the probability of infiltration of flood water into the distribution system. As a result, the BWA has enhanced chlorination,” it added.
The Authority urged consumers not to be alarmed by the slight bleach-like taste in the water after boiling.
Both the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the BWA said they will continue to monitor the situation and keep residents up-to-date. (PR)
St Lucy residents urged to boil water first
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