Olsztyn water supply contaminated with bacteria

Water quality issues have been identified in Olsztyn and surrounding areas following work on the water supply network. Testing revealed the presence of coliform bacteria and enterococci in samples taken near Wiosenna Street.

As a result, residents on Wiosenna and Letnia streets in Olsztyn, as well as those in Zalbki, Myki, and Wadągw within the Dywity municipality, are advised that tap water is only suitable for sanitary purposes. The water must not be consumed or used for food preparation, and boiling the water does not remove the restrictions.

The Olsztyn Water and Sewage Company (PWiK) has deployed water tankers to provide safe drinking water to the affected areas. Crews are currently flushing the water network, and samples are being tested every four hours to monitor quality until the water is deemed safe for consumption again.