‘Sewage in Tap Water’: DJB Told to Take Remedial Actions

‘Sewage in tap water’: DJB told to take remedial actions

A report by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has found a “high level” of E. coli bacteria — microbes from human and animal excreta — in drinking water supplied to A1 Block, Janakpuri, by the Delhi Jal Board, as per an order of the National Green Tribunal. “The report of the CPCB clearly reflects that high levels of total coliform and E. coli have been detected in five samples,” states the July 16 order by NGT’s Principal Bench, compris…

Sewage alerts issued at Norfolk beaches following heavy rain

Three beaches in Norfolk - Sheringham, East Runton and Gorleston - have been issued with sewage pollution alerts following heavy rain.

Sewage warnings at nine Kent beaches after weekend of storms

The wet weather will continue throughout the week