Since this afternoon (as of 07.10.2026) the drinking water has to be boiled in several Kirchzarten districts. Burg Birkenhof, Burg Höfen and Burg am Wald are affected. According to the energy and water provider EWK, the reason is a bacterial contamination. The water should be boiled once bubbling before drinking, brushing teeth or preparing uncooked food. After that it should cool down for at least ten minutes. For toilet flushing and other purp…
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Since this afternoon (as of 07.10.2026) the drinking water has to be boiled in several Kirchzarten districts. Burg Birkenhof, Burg Höfen and Burg am Wald are affected. According to the energy and water provider EWK, the reason is a bacterial contamination. The water should be boiled once bubbling before drinking, brushing teeth or preparing uncooked food. After that it should cool down for at least ten minutes. For toilet flushing and other purp…