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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Boil water notice issued after E. Coli found in Samples Road area of Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A boil water notice has been issued for residents in the area of Mentor Road and Samples Road by the South Blount County Utility District. On May 14, a water sample taken from Samples Road in Louisville tested positive for Coliform bacteria, whose presence can indicate contamination by disease-causing microorganisms. It was negative for E. coli. However, repeat samples taken the next day showed positive results for both Coliform and E. coli. Knox County splashpad closed after springing leak on opening day As a result, the utility is urging residents to boil water before drinking it or use bottled water until further notice. To prepare water for drinking, bring it to a boil for one minute, then let it cool before using. Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and cooking until further notice. Boiling water kills bacteria and other harmful organisms. 'E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Human pathogens in these wastes can cause short-term effects, such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. They may pose a greater health risk for infants, young children, the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems,' wrote South Blount County Utility District. Anyone who experiences symptoms is encouraged to seek medical advice, and those at an increased risk should seek advice from their healthcare providers about drinking the water. How does E. coli spread? East Tennessee Children's Hospital doctor explains South Blount County Utility District is sampling additional sites in the area. They hope to resolve the problem within 36 hours. For more information, contact South Blount County Utility District at 865-982-3560. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Otago Daily Times
25-04-2025
- Health
- Otago Daily Times
'Very relieved': Greymouth boil water notice finally lifted
File photo: Getty Images A boil water notice for Greymouth and the surrounding areas has been lifted, more than two weeks after it was put in place. The boil water notice was brought in on 9 April after Coliform bacteria and low levels of E Coli were detected in test results. The Grey District Council says it received a revised direction from the water regulator, Taumata Arowai earlier this week. It said checks of the water treatment facility yesterday and this morning determined the council now complies with the requirements. The source of the contamination is still not known, and the investigation is continuing. Council group manager operations Kurtin Perrin-Smith said the council is considering all potential areas of concern in its overall investigation. Mayor Tania Gibson said it had been stressful for the community and council, and thanked everyone for their patience. "We know it hasn't been easy. We are very relieved." She said looking for the source of the contamination had been like looking for a needle in a haystack. On Wednesday, Gibson said their water had tested clear for five days. She said there had also been no reports of sickness as a result of the water contamination.
RNZ News
25-04-2025
- Health
- RNZ News
Boil water restrictions for Greymouth lifted
Boil water notices have been in place since 9 April. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon A boil water notice for Greymouth and the surrounding areas has been lifted, more than two weeks after it was put in place . The boil water notice was brought in on 9 April after Coliform bacteria and low levels of E Coli were detected in test results. The Grey District Council says it received a revised direction from the water regulator, Taumata Arowai earlier this week. It said checks of the water treatment facility yesterday and this morning determined the council now complies with the requirements. The source of the contamination is still not known, and the investigation is continuing. Council group manager operations Kurtin Perrin-Smith said the council is considering all potential areas of concern in its overall investigation. Mayor Tania Gibson said it had been stressful for the community and council, and thanked everyone for their patience. "We know it hasn't been easy. We are very relieved." She said looking for the source of the contamination had been like looking for a needle in a haystack. On Wednesday, Gibson said their water had tested clear for five days. She said there had also been no reports of sickness as a result of the water contamination. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero, a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
E. coli found in Harney County floodwater amid recovery efforts
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – As major flooding continues to inundate Harney County and the Burns Paiute Reservation, officials are warning community members of an E. coli contamination detected in the floodwaters. 'Historic' levels of rainfall and snowmelt caused the flood, which began March 14 in Harney County and nearby areas, which has overwhelmed rivers, streams and wastewater systems, according to the Oregon Office of Emergency Management. 'Our primary concern is the safety of our community. Our city, county and state agencies are working around the clock to provide the necessary resources and support to those affected by the flooding. We recognize the flooding has impacted people's lives in significant ways,' Harney County Sheriff Dan Jenkins said in a statement Wednesday. 'We appreciate everyone's patience as we continue to work to mitigate issues, and we are grateful for your support of one another and your first responders.' Oregon is doling out $11M in unclaimed funds. Here's how to find out if you're owed money Harney County Sheriff's Office is urging community members to avoid the floodwater unless necessary after water collection samples found harmful bacteria in the floodwaters, including E. coli and Coliform. Residents are advised to keep children and pets away from the floodwater, and if individuals must enter the water, they should wear personal protective equipment such as rubber boots, goggles, gloves and waders, HCSO said, reminding community members to decontaminate after exiting the water by washing clothing and not wearing shoes exposed to the floodwater indoors. The warning from the sheriff's office comes after Oregon Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency for the area on Monday because of overflowing waterways, which damaged homes and businesses and created obstacles for emergency services to reach people in need. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The State of Emergency declaration also directed the Oregon Office of Emergency Management to activate the state's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan to coordinate the response across several state agencies. 'Floodwaters have inundated roadways, damaged critical infrastructure, and introduced environmental and public health risks, including contamination of waterways and disruption to essential services,' OEM said Wednesday. Amid response efforts, the Harney County Sheriff's Office said crews have completed sandbagging work on Dike D — a levee running from Foley Drive to Silvies River — noting that the Army Corps of Engineers is continuing to reinforce Dike D. Oregon Department of Education ends math, literacy programs after federal funding cuts 'It's been incredibly inspiring to witness the swift coordination of federal, state, local, and Tribal resources coming together to support communities in need,' said Stephen Richardson, Emergency Coordination Center manager. 'A powerful example of that collaboration was the rapid repair of a compromised dike—an urgent fix that helped prevent further impacts and protect lives and property.' Completed work like this is essential, HCSO said, as weather forecasters expect additional runoff from snowmelt early next week as temperatures rise in the region over the weekend. With sandbagging operations ongoing, HCSO warns that the City of Burns' sewer system 'remains overwhelmed,' noting crews are working around the clock to resolve utility issues. Oregon leaders say 'ham-fisted' Trump tariffs could 'put lives at risk' Meanwhile, HCSO said the city's drinking water is safe and has not been impacted by the flooding. According to the sheriff's office, 18 people are using publicly available shelter spaces, as an emergency shelter opened in the Memorial Building at the Harney County Fairgrounds, along with an RV shelter at Hines City Park. The Oregon Health Authority is also working to address drinking water concerns, and immunization needs — such as tetanus prevention — and is working to identify individuals with medical conditions who may need extra support. While Harney County is the most severely affected area, state agencies are continuing to monitor flood conditions statewide. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
