Don’t Drink That Water (until tomorrow)
Following recent heavy rainstorms, higher than normal levels of particles have been detected in the City’s drinking water supply, which can interfere with the water chlorination process. These high levels were observed at approximately 2 a.m. today at the Hillview reservoir just north of New York City. While the affected water was diverted shortly thereafter, out of an abundance of caution, DOHMH is recommending that infants, the elderly, pregnant women and New Yorkers with conditions that compromise their immune systems those with HIV/AIDS, especially those with CD4 counts less than 200; those with leukemia; and those who are post bone marrow transplantation – use either boiled or bottled water as a precaution for the next 24 hours (until noon Friday).
The DOHMH and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) are working closely with the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to further assess water quality and are continuing to monitor for illness. For more information:
Jessica Morris, Director. 212-788-4735
Marc Barbiere, MPH, Health Educator. 212-788-4599
Caroline Carney, Health Educator. 212-676-2664
