Department of Health Services Reminds Residents in Flooded Areas to Take Steps to Make Sure Their Water is Safe to Drink

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) wants to encourage residents in flooded areas to make sure their drinking water is safe, whether a resident has a private well or is on municipal water service. Private well owners: Do not use water from a private well that has been or is flooded. If the water is cloudy, smells bad, or is colored, DO NOT DRINK IT. Wait until floodwaters recede and test the well for contamination. While water is being tested, drink bottled water or water from a...(see release)
Source: Wisconsin DHFS Press Releases - Category: Hospital Management Authors: Source Type: news