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Author    Post   untanglingwebs El Supremo Flint expands boil water advisory area after more positive tests for total coliform bacteria Ron Fonger | rfonger1@mlive.com By Ron Fonger | rfonger1@mlive.com on September 07, 2014 at 9:02 PM FLINT, MI -- A boil advisory has been expanded by the city because water is continuing to test positive for total coliform bacteria. The expanded area is bounded by Stewart Avenue on the north, Saginaw Street on the east, Hamilton Avenue on the south, and Clio Road on the west. The expansion comes after water tested positive for total coliform bacteria on Sept. 2, 3, 4, and 5, the city said in a news release issued Saturday, Sept., 6. "If you have a severely compromised immune system, have an infant, are pregnant, or are elderly, you may be at increased risk and should seek advice from your health care providers about drinking this water," the city's latest advisory says. On Friday, Sept. 5, the city issued a boil advisory in a smaller area, saying water there had tested positive for total coliform bacteria. The latest advisories come less than a month after another advisory in the city in which water also tested positive for total coliform bacteria. The city says residents and businesses in advisory areas should use bottled water for drinking, bathing, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and preparing food. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says positive total coliform tests suggest there may be a pathway for pathogens and fecal contamination to enter a drinking water system. Total coliforms are used to determine the adequacy of water treatment and the integrity of the distribution system, according to the EPA. "The absence of total coliforms in the distribution system minimizes the likelihood that fecal pathogens are present," the agency Web site says. "Thus, total coliforms are used to determine the vulnerability of a system to fecal contamination." Boiling water kills bacteria or other harmful organisms, according to the city's advisory. "Total coliform bacteria are generally not harmful themselves. Coliforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially-harmful, bacteria may be present," the city's statement says. "Usually, coliforms are a sign that there could be a problem with the treatment or distribution system (pipes). Whenever we detect coliform bacteria in any sample, we do follow-up testing to see if other bacteria of greater concern, such as fecal coliform or E. coli, are present. We did not find any of these bacteria in our subsequent testing," the statement says. Last edited by untanglingwebs on Thu Sep 11, 2014 2:17 pm; edited 1 time in total Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:08 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo I believe this problem has existed or far longer than the city is admitting. I got ill after drinking water in a restaurant and others hve complained of being ill. I even switched my pets to bottled water when they became sluggish and seemed not to feel well. Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:11 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo Basic Information about E. coli O157:H7 in Drinking Water ... water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/basicinformation/ecoli.cfm Jun 19, 2013 · ... all of which act to kill or inactivate E. coli. Systems using surface water sources are required to disinfect ... Your public water system is ... Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:12 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo Basic Information about E. coli O157:H7 in Drinking Water Total Coliforms at a Glance Maximum Contaminant Level MCL = 5.0% 1 Maximum Contaminant Level Goal MCLG = 0 ppm Health Effects Not a health threat in itself; it is used to indicate whether other potentially harmful bacteria may be present. 2 Sources of contamination Coliforms are naturally present in the environment; as well as feces; fecal coliforms only come from human and animal fecal waste. For other contaminants and their MCLs, visit the MCL list page. •On this page ◦Introduction ◦Questions and answers •Other resources ◦Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's fact sheet on E. coli ◦Food and Drug Administration's Bad Bug Book Introduction One of hundreds of strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli. E. coli O157:H7 is an emerging cause of foodborne and waterborne illness. Although most strains of E. coli are harmless and live in the intestines of healthy humans and animals, this strain produces a powerful toxin and can cause severe illness. E. coli O157:H7 was first recognized as a cause of illness during an outbreak in 1982 traced to contaminated hamburgers. Since then, most infections are believed to have come from eating undercooked ground beef. However, some have been waterborne. In 1999, people became sick after drinking contaminated water in Washington County, New York and swimming in contaminated water in Clark County, Washington. Information about the health effects of E. coli O157:H7, and actions you can take to protect yourself and your family from E. coli infection is provided below. Top of page Questions and Answers •What is E. coli and where does it come from? •What are fecal coliforms? •How does E. coli or other fecal coliforms get in the water? •What are the health effects of E. coli O157:H7? •How long does it take for these symptoms of E. coli O157:H7 infection to occur? •What should I do if I have any of the above symptoms? •Are there groups of people who are at greater risk of getting any of the symptoms? •What should these people who are at greater risk do? Are there any additional precautions they should take? •How will I know if my water is safe? •How is water treated to protect me from E. coli? •How does the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulate E. coli? •What can I do to protect myself from E. coli O157:H7 in drinking water? •Will a water filter work to keep E. coli out of my water? •If you have a private drinking water well ◦If I have a private well, how can I have it tested for E. coli? ◦If my well is contaminated with E. coli, what can I do to protect myself? Top of page What is E. coli and where does it come from? E. coli is a type of fecal coliform bacteria commonly found in the intestines of animals and humans. E. coli is short for Escherichia coli. The presence of E. coli in water is a strong indication of recent sewage or animal waste contamination. Sewage may contain many types of disease-causing organisms. Top of page What are fecal coliforms? Fecal coliforms are bacteria that are associated with human or animal wastes. They usually live in human or animal intestinal tracts, and their presence in drinking water is a strong indication of recent sewage or animal waste contamination. Top of page How does E. coli or other fecal coliforms get in the water? E. coli comes from human and animal wastes. During rainfalls, snow melts, or other types of precipitation, E. coli may be washed into creeks, rivers, streams, lakes, or ground water. When these waters are used as sources of drinking water and the water is not treated or inadequately treated, E. coli may end up in drinking water. Top of page What are the health effects of E. coli O157:H7? E. coli O157:H7 is one of hundreds of strains of the bacterium E. coli. Although most strains are harmless and live in the intestines of healthy humans and animals, this strain produces a powerful toxin and can cause severe illness. Infection often causes severe bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps; sometimes the infection causes non-bloody diarrhea. Frequently, no fever is present. It should be noted that these symptoms are common to a variety of diseases, and may be caused by sources other than contaminated drinking water. In some people, particularly children under 5 years of age and the elderly, the infection can also cause a complication called hemolytic uremic syndrome, in which the red blood cells are destroyed and the kidneys fail. About 2%-7% of infections lead to this complication. In the United States, hemolytic uremic syndrome is the principal cause of acute kidney failure in children, and most cases of hemolytic uremic syndrome are caused by E. coli O157:H7. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is a life-threatening condition usually treated in an intensive care unit. Blood transfusions and kidney dialysis are often required. With intensive care, the death rate for hemolytic uremic syndrome is 3%-5%. Top of page How long does it take for these symptoms of E. coli O157:H7 infection to occur? Symptoms usually appear within 2 to 4 days, but can take up to 8 days. Most people recover without antibiotics or other specific treatment in 5-10 days. There is no evidence that antibiotics improve the course of disease, and it is thought that treatment with some antibiotics may precipitate kidney complications. Antidiarrheal agents, such as loperamide (Imodium), should also be avoided. Top of page What should I do if I have any of the above symptoms? Consult with your physician. Infection with E. coli O157:H7 is diagnosed by detecting the bacterium in the stool. Most laboratories that culture stool do not test for E. coli O157:H7, so it is important to request that the stool specimen be tested on sorbitol-MacConkey (SMAC) agar for this organism. All persons who suddenly have diarrhea with blood should get their stool tested for E. coli O157:H7. Top of page Are there groups of people who are at greater risk of getting any of the symptoms? Children under the age of five, the elderly, and people whose health is immunocompromised (i.e., people who have long-term illnesses such as cancer or AIDS) are at greater risk of severe illness. Top of page What should these people who are at greater risk do? Are there any additional precautions they should take? People who are at greater risk should consult with their doctor or health care provider and follow the instructions provided. Top of page How will I know if my water is safe? If you get your water from a public water system, then your water system is required by law to notify you if your water is not safe. If you are interested in obtaining information about your drinking water, consult the water quality report that you should receive annually from your local water system, or call your local water system directly. •Information on local water systems is also available on EPA's Web site. Top of page How is water treated to protect me from E. coli? The water can be treated using chlorine, ultra-violet light, or ozone, all of which act to kill or inactivate E. coli. Systems using surface water sources are required to disinfect to ensure that all bacterial contamination is inactivated, such as E. coli. Top of page How does the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulate E. coli? According to EPA regulations, a system that operates at least 60 days per year, and serves 25 people or more or has 15 or more service connections, is regulated as a public water system under the Safe Drinking Water Act. If a system is not a public water system as defined by EPA's regulations, it is not regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act, although it may be regulated by state or local authorities. Under the Safe Drinking Water Act, EPA requires public water systems to monitor for coliform bacteria. Systems analyze first for total coliform, because this test is faster to produce results. Any time that a sample is positive for total coliform, the same sample must be analyzed for either fecal coliform or E. coli. Both are indicators of contamination with animal waste or human sewage. The largest public water systems (serving millions of people) must take at least 480 samples per month. Smaller systems must take at least five samples a month unless the state has conducted a sanitary survey – a survey in which a state inspector examines system components and ensures they will protect public health – at the system within the last five years. Systems serving 25 to 1,000 people typically take one sample per month. Some states reduce this frequency to quarterly for ground water systems if a recent sanitary survey shows that the system is free of sanitary defects. Some types of systems can qualify for annual monitoring. Systems using surface water, rather than ground water, are required to take extra steps to protect against bacterial contamination because surface water sources are more vulnerable to such contamination. At a minimum, all systems using surface waters must disinfect. In 2006, EPA issued a new rule to ensure that systems using ground water sources take action to treat their drinking water to address microbial contamination if it is identified as a problem. Disinfection will kill E. coli O157:H7. •For more information on treatment visit EPA's microbial pathogens and disinfection byproducts Web site. Top of page What can I do to protect myself from E. coli O157:H7 in drinking water? Approximately 89 percent of Americans are receiving water from community water systems that meet all health-based standards. Your public water system is required to notify you if, for any reason, your drinking water is not safe. If you wish to take extra precautions, you can boil your water for one minute at a rolling boil, longer at higher altitudes. To find out more information about your water, see the Consumer Confidence Report from your local water supplier or contact your local water supplier directly. •You can also obtain information about your local water system on EPA's Web site. •EPA's emergency disinfection of drinking water page The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests other actions that you may take to prevent E. coli infection. These include: •Avoid swallowing lake or pool water while swimming. •Thoroughly cook ground beef and avoid unpasteurized milk. •Make sure that persons with diarrhea, especially children, wash their hands carefully with soap after bowel movements to reduce the risk of spreading infection, and that persons wash hands after changing soiled diapers. Anyone with a diarrhea illness should avoid swimming in public pools or lakes, sharing baths with others, and preparing food for others. •Cook all ground beef and hamburger thoroughly. Because ground beef can turn brown before disease-causing bacteria are killed, use a digital instant-read meat thermometer to ensure thorough cooking. Ground beef should be cooked until a thermometer inserted into several parts of the patty, including the thickest part, reads at least 160º F. Persons who cook ground beef without using a thermometer can decrease their risk of illness by not eating ground beef patties that are still pink in the middle. •If you are served an undercooked hamburger or other ground beef product in a restaurant, send it back for further cooking. You may want to ask for a new bun and a clean plate, too. •Avoid spreading harmful bacteria in your kitchen. Keep raw meat separate from ready-to-eat foods. Wash hands, counters, and utensils with hot soapy water after they touch raw meat. Never place cooked hamburgers or ground beef on the unwashed plate that held raw patties. Wash meat thermometers in between tests of patties that require further cooking. •Drink only pasteurized milk, juice, or cider. Commercial juice with an extended shelf-life that is sold at room temperature (e.g. juice in cardboard boxes, vacuum sealed juice in glass containers) has been pasteurized, although this is generally not indicated on the label. Juice concentrates are also heated sufficiently to kill pathogens. •Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly, especially those that will not be cooked. Children under 5 years of age, immunocompromised persons, and the elderly should avoid eating alfalfa sprouts until their safety can be assured. Methods to decontaminate alfalfa seeds and sprouts are being investigated. Top of page Will a water filter work to keep E. coli out of my water? Most in-home filters will not. EPA recommends that you boil your water if you are concerned about its safety. Top of page If you have a private drinking water well If you draw water from a private well, you can contact your state health department to obtain information on how to have your well tested for total coliforms and E. coli contamination. If your well tests positive for E. coli, there are several steps that you should take: 1.begin boiling all water intended for consumption, 2.disinfect the well according to procedures recommended by your local health department, and 3.monitor your water quality to make certain that the problem does not recur. If the contamination is a recurring problem, you should investigate the feasibility of drilling a new well or install a point-of-entry disinfection unit, which can use chlorine, ultraviolet light, or ozone. Other resources on private wells •EPA's private drinking water wells Web site •EPA's emergency disinfection of drinking water page •EPA's What to do after a flood for steps to disinfect your private drinking water well. •Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests other actions you may take to prevent E. coli infection. If I have a private well, how can I have it tested for E. coli? If you have a private well, you should have your water tested periodically. Contact your State laboratory certification officer to find out which laboratories have been certified for conducting total coliform analyses. (You may contact the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791 for the address and phone number of this individual.) Then contact a certified lab near you and get instructions on how to send them a water sample. Typically, the lab will first test for total coliforms, which is a group of related organisms that is common in both the environment and in the gut of animals. If the sample is positive for total coliforms, the lab will determine whether E. coli is also present. E. coli is a type of total coliform that is closely associated with recent fecal contamination. Few E. coli strains cause disease. However, the presence of any E. coli in a water sample suggests that disease-causing organisms, are also likely to be present. One of the strains of E. coli that causes disease is E. coli O157:H7. EPA does not believe it necessary for an owner of a private well to test specifically for this organism under normal circumstances. If E. coli O157:H7 is present in your well, it is highly likely that other strains of E. coli are also present. If a well is E. coli-positive, regardless of strain, you should not drink the water unless it is disinfected. Several tests are available for determining whether E. coli O157:H7 is present, but they are somewhat more expensive than the standard E. coli tests and many labs may not have the expertise or supplies to perform these tests. Your state's laboratory certification officer should be able to tell you which laboratories can perform these tests, or you can contact the lab directly. •List of state laboratory certification officers Top of page If my well is contaminated with E. coli, what can I do to protect myself? If your well tests positive for E. coli, do not drink the water unless you boil it for at least one minute at a rolling boil, longer if you live at high altitudes. You may also disinfect the well according to procedures recommended by your local health department. Monitor your water periodically after disinfection to make certain that the problem does not recur. If the contamination is a recurring problem, you should investigate the feasibility of drilling a new well or install a point-of-entry disinfection unit, which can use chlorine, ultraviolet light, or ozone. Top of page 1 More than 5.0% samples total coliform-positive in a month. (For water systems that collect fewer than 40 routine samples per month, no more than one sample can be total coliform-positive per month.) Every sample that has total coliform must be analyzed for either fecal coliforms or E. coli if two consecutive TC-positive samples, and one is also positive for E.coli fecal coliforms, system has an acute MCL violation. Top of page 2 Fecal coliform and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Disease-causing microbes (pathogens) in these wastes can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. These pathogens may pose a special health risk for infants, young children, and people with severely compromised immune systems. Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:15 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo What is E. coli and where does it come from? E. coli is a type of fecal coliform bacteria commonly found in the intestines of animals and humans. E. coli is short for Escherichia coli. The presence of E. coli in water is a strong indication of recent sewage or animal waste contamination. Sewage may contain many types of disease-causing organisms. What are fecal coliforms? Fecal coliforms are bacteria that are associated with human or animal wastes. They usually live in human or animal intestinal tracts, and their presence in drinking water is a strong indication of recent sewage or animal waste contamination. How does E. coli or other fecal coliforms get in the water? E. coli comes from human and animal wastes. During rainfalls, snow melts, or other types of precipitation, E. coli may be washed into creeks, rivers, streams, lakes, or ground water. When these waters are used as sources of drinking water and the water is not treated or inadequately treated, E. coli may end up in drinking water. Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:18 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo Showing results for flint michigan worldwide water. . Flint Michigan's Worldwide Water Alert - YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2porC3ZzLs 14:35 By Spectacle Tv · 15 min · 2 views · Added Aug 31, 2014 Flint residents protest high water rates, water liens and the Emergency Manager. Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:21 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo Paul Herring and associates lead the charge against Flint water health issues. Could this be part of the reson Herring lost his recording job? Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:24 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo CDC - Water Contamination - Agricultural Water - Other ... www.cdc.gov/healthywater/other/agricultural/contamination.html Education and information about types of water contamination related to agricultural water use, agricultural runoff, animal feeding operations, pesticides, fertilizer ... . Surface Water Contamination | Superfund | US EPA www.epa.gov › … › Classroom Activities › Waste Site Activity Surface Water Contamination. What kind of contamination is it? Surface water is usually rain water that collects in surface water bodies, like oceans, lakes, or ... Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:29 am  untanglingwebs El Supremo The geese in Mott lake and other waterways that supply our water have been an issue in the past. Rains wash the fecal material into the water and pollute the water for swimming. Bluebell beach has had recent e coli swimming advisories. Our water source runs from Holloway Reservoir into Flint. Another concerns has been the Richfield Landfill. When Shorty Gleason was on the County Commissioners, he often expressed concern about the close proximity of some of the storage cells to the river and was upset that some cells were leaking. The recent heavy rains could have also washed farm waste into the water. Also there have been some large infrastructure failures. Could there have been cross contamination? In my opinion, Croft was the wrong person to put in charge of running our water system. Fracking in Richfield Township should concern everyone as state like Pennsylvania have shown widespread water pollution from fracking. Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:41 am  J HUNTINGWORTH TUNE F L I N T O I D Could the problem be retention time in the larger mains due to decreased flow ? Increased retention time reduces chlorine levels.The city uses less than 50% of the water it used 20 or 30 years ago, so the water stays in the large supply mains longer.Guessing that increased chlorine levels will be required. Mon Sep 08, 2014 8:38 am  twotap F L I N T O I D Beaver fever. http://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthfiles/hfile10.stm _________________ "If you like your current healthcare you can keep it, Period"!! Barack Hussein Obama--- multiple times. Mon Sep 08, 2014 1:03 pm  Adam F L I N T O I D Somebody mentioned the water doesn't smell as bad as it used to. I think I may have noticed that as well. Personally I'd prefer the less poisoned water but sheeple like their chlorine poison and rat poison. FYI chlorine doesn't just kill plants. _________________ Adam - Mysearchisover.com - FB - Jobs Mon Sep 08, 2014 6:13 pm  untanglingwebs El Supremo Flint says drinking water advisories will continue into Tuesday Ron Fonger | rfonger1@mlive.com By Ron Fonger | rfonger1@mlive.com on September 08, 2014 at 6:55 PM, updated September 08, 2014 at 6:56 PM IMG_0579.JPGThe city of Flint is flushing water from hydrants on the west side of the city today, Sept. 8, in an effort to rid the system of total coliform bacteria.Ron Fonger | The Flint Journal FLINT, MI -- Boil water advisories covering parts of Flint's west side will continue at least into Tuesday, Sept. 9. The city said in a news release Monday, Sept. 8, that until the advisories are lifted, customers in the affected areas should continue to boil water or use bottled water. The first advisory -- in effect since Friday, Sept. 5 -- covers areas bordered by Dayton Street on the north, DuPont Street on the east, the Flint River on the south, and by Lavelle Road to the Flint River on the west. A boil advisory also remains in effect for the area bordered by Stewart Avenue on the north, Saginaw Street on the east, Hamilton Avenue on the south, and Clio Road on the west. The advisory was extended to include that part of the city on Saturday, Sept. 6. "The Utilities Department believes that due to the low usage and demand of the area, water remains in the system for a longer period of time compared to the rest of the city," a news release says. "The city of Flint Utilities Department is increasing the chlorine added to water in the area, and to improve water circulation, will continue flushing the system in that part of the city. Residents can expect to see open hydrants in the area," the statement says. "The city of Flint will continue to aggressively investigate this issue until it has been corrected." Flint's advisories come after multiple positive tests for total coliform bacteria, an indication of a possible pathway for pathogens and fecal contamination to enter a drinking water system. Total coliforms are used to determine the adequacy of water treatment and the integrity of the distribution system, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For most water users, the advisory suggests boiling water for one minute before using it for drinking, washing dishes or preparing food. The city says anyone with a severely compromised immune system, who is pregnant, or elderly may be at increased risk, however, and "should seek advice from your health care providers about drinking this water." Although a district engineer for the state Department of Environmental Quality said boil advisories could be lifted Monday based on samples collected Saturday, the city's statement did not indicate the results of the latest testing. MLive-The Flint Journal could not immediately reach city spokesman Jason Lorenz for further comment. The latest news release from the city says, "The Utilities Department has opted to keep the advisory in effect until the results of a citywide sampling taken today are known. This advisory is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of drinking water for city residents." These most recent boil advisories come less than 30 days after another one in Flint, also on the west side of the city, but further south of the current advisory area. Two members of the Flint City Council said Monday that questions remain about the city's water distribution system. Councilman Eric Mays said in a Facebook post that Flint's drinking water problems are enough to constitute an emergency. "I am asking that the City Council call a special council meeting and pursuant to the charter ask questions as to the quality of water concerns by putting folks under oath and asking the proper questions in this public and open meeting," Mays' statement says. Councilman Sheldon Neeley said he has filed a damage claim with the city, seeking to refund residential water customers $5 per day and businesses $10 per day for as long as the boil advisory remains in effect. Mon Sep 08, 2014 8:05 pm  untanglingwebs El Supremo quote: J HUNTINGWORTH TUNE schreef: Could the problem be retention time in the larger mains due to decreased flow ? Increased retention time reduces chlorine levels.The city uses less than 50% of the water it used 20 or 30 years ago, so the water stays in the large supply mains longer.Guessing that increased chlorine levels will be required. _________________________________________________________________ "The Utilities Department believes that due to the low usage and demand of the area, water remains in the system for a longer period of time compared to the rest of the city," a news release says. "The city of Flint Utilities Department is increasing the chlorine added to water in the area, and to improve water circulation, will continue flushing the system in that part of the city. Residents can expect to see open hydrants in the area," the statement says. "The city of Flint will continue to aggressively investigate this issue until it has been corrected." Flint's advisories come after multiple positive tests for total coliform bacteria, an indication of a possible pathway for pathogens and fecal contamination to enter a drinking water system. Total coliforms are used to determine the adequacy of water treatment and the integrity of the distribution system, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ J Huntingworth Tune- It appears the Journal has received a similar explanation. However, while there has been abandonment on the west side, the abandonment and demolition on the east side has been far greater. Yet there are no advisories for the east side. How many positive tests constitute "multiple positive tests" and was the health of some Flint residents compromised by the city being slow to act? Many west side streets have been torn up repeatedly for water and sewer line repairs. Mackin Road just east of Forest Hill was closed for several days while an entire section of road was rebuilt after the man hole and even the road started to cave in. Winona, between Mackin and Welch, has two partially filled depressions and three new rough filled repairs. After I left the White Horse this morning I saw hydrants just a few blocks west open. ould the contamination be spreading toward downtown? Mon Sep 08, 2014 8:20 pm  untanglingwebs El Supremo Flint residents frustrated with water problems Posted: Sep 08, 2014 5:03 PM EDT Updated: Sep 08, 2014 5:38 PM EDT Posted By Brianna Owczarzak - email By James Felton - bio | email FLINT, MI (WNEM) - The advisory for residents to boil their water in parts of Flint continues. Now frustrations are beginning to boil too. Residents in one neighborhood are fed up with not having clean drinking water and going out to buy bottled water is out of the question for those on a tight budget. "It don't sound good," Terry Griffus said, referring to another boil water advisory. He said he didn't know about the advisory until TV5 told him. Now he plans to take action. I'm going to start boiling my water. I don't want to be getting sick," Griffus said. Griffus isn't alone. Many people on the northwest side of Flint are being told to boil their water. City officials said they found total coliform bacteria in the system. Coliform itself is not harmful, but it does serve as an indicator that more dangerous bacteria could be present. That's why they triggered the advisory. It's the second time in less than a month water treatment personal have taken this step. "About a week ago I filled up my dog's bowl with water. The next day I got up and looked in it and it was brown," Griffus said. Other residents are equally frustrated. They said they are not getting the water they're paying for. "The water is outrageously priced. Truthfully, I don't think they've done worse than what we should've done," David Bussing said. Bussing lives along the Flint River. He, too, is affected by the boil water advisory. He said he's angry he has to shell out so much for water. "Their water around here is yellow, and it's just really nasty. They should've done something a long time ago," Bussing said. The city advises residents in the area surrounded by Stewart Avenue to the north, Saginaw Street to the east, Hamilton Avenue to the south, and Clio Road to the west, to boil water until further notice. Meanwhile, Griffus said he's watching closely to see when and if the city will fix the problem once and for all. "Go back to buying Detroit water. We didn't have this problem with that," Griffus said. Tue Sep 09, 2014 12:37 pm    Display posts from previous:   All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First

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