Curbs eased after 'bug in water' chaos
Sunday Express|May 19, 2024
THERE was relief for 14,500 households in Devon yesterday when South West Water finally lifted instructions to boil water - but the misery continues for 2,500 others who will have to keep using kettles.
Tony Whitfield
Curbs eased after 'bug in water' chaos

Local MP Anthony Mangnall warned "heads are going to roll" following a parasite outbreak that left scores in Brixham ill after mains were contaminated with animal waste.

So far 46 cases of cryptosporidium caused by a tiny parasite that can lead to vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhoea lasting about two weeks are confirmed.

But health officials are expecting more cases due to a delay in symptoms.

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