Water supplies in Greifswald no longer face restrictions as the Health Office has lifted the distillation ban, allowing residents to drink water freely.
The health department of Vorpommern-Greifswald has announced that the boil water order for the city of Greifswald's utilities has been lifted. This decision comes after thorough inspections at the responsible waterworks in Greifswald, which did not reveal any defects that could have caused the contamination.
The boil water order was initially issued due to the detection of enterococci contamination in Greifswald's drinking water during a routine control. However, after extensive testing, no bacteria, including enterococci, have been found at any tap in Greifswald.
The affected area was the city of Greifswald, excluding the island of Riems. The contamination was first reported to the health department of Vorpommern-Greifswald, and the public was advised to boil their water before drinking or cooking.
Fortunately, the inspections have confirmed that the city of Greifswald's drinking water is now safe for consumption. Residents can now use their water without restrictions, and the University and Hanseatic City of Greifswald can resume normal operations.
It's important to note that the exact cause of the contaminated drinking water discovery in the Greifswald district remains unclear. The health department is continuing its investigations to determine the source of the contamination and prevent any future incidents.
For more information, the press release from the district regarding the situation in Greifswald is available for viewing. The health department encourages residents to stay informed and follow any further updates regarding the safety of their water supply.
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