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Portsmouth Water Issues Boil Water Notice for Lee-on-the-Solent Residents
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Boil Water Notice Issued
Portsmouth Water announced a boil-water notice for households in Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire, after a routine quality test over the weekend indicated a possible presence of bacteria in the supply. Residents were instructed to boil tap water before drinking, brushing teeth, washing dishes or giving it to pets, and to continue the practice for two days or until the company confirms the water is clear.
Reason for the Alert
The alert stemmed from a sample taken from a fire hydrant on Martin Close that showed an unspecified bacterial signal. The utility described the finding as a “possible presence of bacteria” but did not identify the organism. Because the test result was uncertain, the company acted prudently by issuing the notice while further samples were collected.
Official Response and Support Measures
Portsmouth Water said it is delivering bottled water to all affected households and has placed bottled water stations in the neighbourhood. The firm posted guidance on its website, emphasizing the need to boil water for the next two days and promising to update residents once laboratory analysis is complete. An update on Monday noted that additional water samples taken the previous day had been incubated overnight for analysis.
Data and Scope of the Notice
- Approximately 70 properties were initially covered by the boil-water notice.
- The notice specifically mentioned Martin Close, Bullfinch Court, Magpie Way and Chaffinch Way.
- A separate statement within the same report referenced a “Do not drink tap-water” notice for 34 properties, indicating a possible variation in the number of homes affected.
Verbatim Quote
- “The additional water samples we took yesterday have been incubated overnight for analysis today.” — Monday