We have very important information for the residents of Bergen - a dangerous bacterium has been detected in tap water. This is yet another case with tap water in Norway over a period of several weeks. We recently wrote about an infection in the municipality of Askøy, which resulted in the death of a little boy. "Water in Bergen - we have a bacterial problem," the municipality said in a press release. The largest number of bacteria is found in the Riplegården drinking water tank. At the moment, the alert was held by some 2500 people living in and around Laksevåg, particularly close to Melkeplassen / Riplegården.
Bergen - bacteria in tap water
The problem was discovered while running a proof test. The presence of coliform bacteria in water is a fact. What exactly is the type of E-coli bacteria? It's still unknown. We are optimistic, but recognize that at worst they may turn out to be an enterohemorrhagic strain. However, the commune recommends special caution regardless of the test results. The water in Bergen is of the best quality and you have to be careful about what you drink.
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How can we protect ourselves from catching the virus?
Fortunately, in this case there is no infection at the moment. People who drink water from the Bergen area must
- always drink boiled water,
- if you are in a new place where you get drinking water, ask for its source,
- inform relatives living in Bergen and its vicinity about the bacteria,
- wash your hands, fruit and vegetables,
- if you notice disturbing symptoms in yourself or in your loved ones - see a doctor.
Bacteria in drinking water - what are the symptoms of infection?
We recently wrote about the dangers of the emergence of E-coli bacteria in an article about the infection in Askøy municipality: Bacteria in drinking water - boy is dead . According to the golden rule: "forewarned is always insured" - we would like to remind you what are the most important symptoms of the appearance of the virus:
- vomiting;
- diarrhea;
- severe abdominal pain;
- fever;
- headaches;
- dizziness.
Have you noticed these symptoms? Don't panic, see a doctor!
The symptoms presented above appear most often with this type of infection - it does not mean, however, that 100% are e - coli bacteria and a consequence of water contamination in Bergen. Such symptoms may be a sign of various viruses and diseases. A visit to the doctor is necessary in any case. So don't underestimate the problem!
