Water contamination in Tomils, Domleschg (level 3/5)
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
In the fraction of Tomils, municipality of Domleschg, a water contamination of severity 3/5 has been reported. Drinking and utility water may currently be unsafe.
What hazard threatens
Contaminated tap water in Tomils may contain pathogens and cause illness when used for drinking, cooking or brushing teeth.
Context & protective measures
Background: in Switzerland, drinking water is classed as a foodstuff and is among the most strictly monitored. The water utilities of the municipalities and supply companies are responsible for its quality; they are overseen by the cantonal laboratories, while the FSVO sets the legal requirements and the FOEN is responsible for protecting bodies of water. In the event of microbial contamination, the water utility or the municipality — in exceptional cases the cantonal food-control authority — issues a boil-water order.
Recommendation
Likelihood is low, impact is medium. Follow the instructions of your local water utility and prepare using the guide on making drinking water safe.
What to do now
Boil tap water before use while a boil-water order is in force, and report any unusual smell, cloudiness or discolouration to your local water utility without delay.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.7614° N, 9.4414° E
- 46°45′40.9″ N 9°26′29.2″ E