Contaminated tap water in west Luxembourg

(CS) Tests have revealed that tap water in Steinfort, Garnich and Koerich does not conform with standards for human consumption, the commune has said in a statement.

Samples showed that tap water was of “bad bacteriological quality,” according to an official statement.

The bad samples came after a water pipe was damaged during construction works.

For the next 48 hours at least, residents are urged not to drink water straight from the tap, but boil it for at least 10 minutes before drinking.

Additionally, foods consumed raw, such as salad, vegetables or fruit, should not be washed in tap water.

The water supplier “Syndicat de Eaux du Sud” is looking into the situation together with state authorities. Residents will be kept up to date about the situation by their commune.