An urgent ‘do not drink’ notice has been issued to more than 600 homes in a village in Surrey following concerns over tap water tests.
Thames Water issued the notice to 616 homes in Bramley as a precautionary measure.It comes after the water firm’s test results on the tap water indicated “a possible deterioration in quality in some areas”, Thames Water said.It advised affected customers to avoid brushing their teeth and preparing food with tap water, even after it had been boiled.The water can still be used to wash or flush the toilet, the firm added.
Tess Fayers, Operations Director for the Thames Valley and Home Counties said: “We are asking 616 Bramley properties not to drink the tap water following recent water sampling results.“The health and safety of our customers is our number one priority, and we would like to reassure residents that this is a precautionary measure.
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