Wiesbaden's City Center Under Boil-Water Advisory Due to Bacteria
A boil-water advisory in Wiesbaden's city center has been in effect due to bacterial contamination. The Gesundheitsamt der Landeshauptstadt Wiesbaden, the local health authority, issued the advisory as a precaution. Residents have been advised to boil water before using it for drinking, cooking, and other purposes.
The advisory will be lifted once the water supply tests negative for bacteria for three consecutive days. The earliest this could happen is Tuesday, November 4. Until then, residents should boil water vigorously for at least one minute before using it. This applies to drinking, preparing food, making ice cubes, and using household appliances like coffee machines. These machines should heat water to at least 82°C (180°F) to ensure safety.
Boiled water can be stored in clean, sealed containers for later use. It is safe for everyone, including children, pregnant women, and pets. However, tap water should still be boiled before using it with raw foods, baby formula, or for making ice cubes. Commercial dishwashers should also rinse and dry at over 60°C (140°F) to ensure safety.
The boil-water advisory in Wiesbaden is precautionary, and there is no immediate health risk to residents. The advisory will be lifted once the water supply is deemed safe, with the earliest date being Tuesday, November 4. Until then, residents are advised to boil their water to ensure safety.
