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Safety Report: Germantown Water Contamination Alert: Tap Water Consumption Advisory Issued, Germantown, Tennessee, USA
1 year ago •source actionnews5.com
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Germantown, Tennessee, United States
Germantown residents are facing a water crisis as city officials have issued a tap water consumption advisory, urging customers not to consume tap water until further notice. The situation arose after an unusual incident of foul-tasting and strong-smelling water, prompting the City of Germantown to take immediate action.City of Germantown officials took swift action after receiving multiple reports of foul-tasting and strong-smelling tap water on Thursday. In response, water samples were collected from each reported location for thorough testing to identify the root cause of the contamination. Until the test results are received and the water is deemed safe, residents are strongly advised not to consume tap water, as it may pose health risks. City officials say the leak was caused by Tuesday’s severe thunderstorm, which knocked out power to thousands around Shelby County, including the water treatment facility on Southern Avenue. The Germantown Fire Department and other regional emergency management agencies promptly rushed to the scene.
There’s no estimated time on how long until the system is cleaned, but the city will be continually testing the water. This does not apply to Germantown residents who get their water from Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW). A Water Boil Advisory has not been issued.
Source: www.actionnews5.com/2023/07/20/germantown-tap-water-unsafe-drink-after-diesel-fuel-leak-city-officials-say/
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