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BWA and health authorities test water quality in St Lucy

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The Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Barbados Water Authority (BWA) are advising residents of St. Lucy to boil water from their taps until further testing of water is completed.

Routine post-flood testing in various parts of the parish has shown an increased presence of brown water. This increased discolouration has prompted the implementation of this precautionary measure.

The BWA has been involved in a vigorous programme of mains replacement in the parish. It is, therefore, fully aware of the probability of infiltration of flood water into the distribution system. As a result, the BWA has enhanced chlorination.

Due to this increase use of chlorine, consumers may detect a slight bleach-like taste in the water even after boiling, but there is no reason to be alarmed.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness and the BWA will continue to monitor the situation and keep residents informed.

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