Wisconsin DNR Issues ‘Do Not Drink’ Order in Williams Bay over High Nitrite Levels in Water

Williams Bay under 'Do not drink' order for nitrite contamination

WILLIAMS BAY – The village of Williams Bay has alerted residents that its well water is contaminated with nitrites and cautioned them not to drink, brush their teeth or cook with it.

Williams Bay adjusts to 'do not drink' water order ahead of busy weekend

It is unclear how long people won't be able to drink the tap water.

'Do not drink' order issued for popular Wisconsin vacation spot due to contaminated water

The order, expected to last for weeks, led restaurants to close or change their operations over the busy Labor Day weekend.

Village of Williams Bay residents ordered not to drink tap water

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued a "Do Not Drink" order to village of Williams Bay residents.

'It is very alarming:' High levels of nitrite found in Williams Bay water leaving thousands scrambling

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Williams Bay water has high nitrite levels; bottled water is being distributed

Bottled water is being distributed to the community in Williams Bay in Walworth County following a contamination of the village's water system.