Building owners 'face risks' from chlorine-resistant bacteria
Friday, March 18, 2016 - 20:50
in Health & Medicine
Buildings with storage tanks can face increased risks from chlorine-resistant bacteria in water, according to researchers. A study examining more than 50 tap water samples found water had very few bacteria in buildings without cisterns but there was noticeable contamination in buildings where storage tanks were present or plumbing had been altered or otherwise disrupted.