Omaha water is safe according to Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD)
OMAHA, Nebraska – Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD) claims that the drinking water they treat is safe and are aware of the concerns about the possible link between a child’s death and an amoeba contracted from swimming in the Elkhorn River.
MUD states in a press release that it is in contact with state and Douglas County health officials and is closely monitoring the issue.
See the full press release from MUD below.
“Metropolitan Utilities District (the District) is aware of the news of a child’s death possibly connected to an amoeba (N. fowleri) contracted from swimming in the Elkhorn River. The District is monitoring the situation and is in contact with state and Douglas County health officials.
There is no risk when drinking water treated by the District. The water supply continues to be safe for drinking and other domestic uses and meets all federal and state standards.
The District operates three water treatment facilities which provide multiple barriers of protection. The treatment processes are effective in removing and killing the amoeba. The water goes through a multi-step process including clarification, disinfection and filtration. In addition, the District maintains a level of disinfectant residual to protect water quality throughout its distribution system.
