Elevated arsenic levels detected in Waikato water supplies

Thursday 28 November 2024 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 28 Nov 2024, 7:31pm

In this story Watercare, Hamilton City Council, Taumata Arowai

Waipā and Waikato district councils have reported slightly elevated arsenic levels in water sourced from the Waikato River. These suppliers join Hamilton City Council in detecting the increase. Despite these findings, Watercare has stated that Auckland's drinking water continues to meet safety standards.

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1. 1NewsThu 28 Nov 2024, 6:33pm

   Two more councils report elevated levels of arsenic in water supply (opens in new tab)

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   Increased arsenic levels detected in two more water suppliers, but drinking water safe (opens in new tab)