Infection with bacteria - Residents in Freiburg are advised to heat up their water before use.
The Freiburg district of Kappel has received a health warning about its water supply due to bacterial contamination. This warning, issued by the health department, only applies to the upper Kappel Valley. If you live in this area, you'll need to boil your tap water before using it. To do this, heat the water until it's simmering and then let it cool down for at least ten minutes. Roughly 2,700 people reside in the affected region.
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In Baden-Württemberg, a similar issue was reported in the past, requiring residents to boil their drinking water due to potential contamination. The health department in Fribourg, Switzerland, also advised residents to boil their water in certain emergencies. The boiling requirement is crucial to kill bacteria and ensure the water is safe for consumption. Despite these precautions, it's essential to remain vigilant and closely follow the advice from local health departments to protect public health.
