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UK Tap Water Warning: Boil Before Drinking After Bacteria Scare

Summary by IBTimes UK
A critical 'do not drink' warning was issued for tap water in North Yorkshire on 13 May 2025, after tests revealed high levels of coliform bacteria, indicating potential contamination with human or animal waste. Yorkshire Water's 'boil your water' notice, affecting nearly 200 postcodes in High Bentham, Low Bentham, and Burton in Lonsdale, sparked widespread alarm among residents reliant on safe drinking water. The incident raises serious concern…
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IBTimes UK broke the news in United Kingdom on Friday, May 16, 2025.
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