Boil Water Safely: 3 Tips to Purify Contaminated Water and Protect Your Health

• After a water-borne epidemic in Bhagirathpura, people are concerned about pipeline water quality.
• Store pipeline water in steel or glass containers; avoid plastic to prevent dirt accumulation and particle dissolution.
• Boil water for 2-5 minutes until large bubbles rise to effectively destroy bacteria and viruses.
• Use alum for turbid water: swirl it 4-5 times to settle impurities before filtering.
• If water has unusual odor, color, or taste, do not drink it even after boiling; get it tested for chemical or deadly bacterial contamination.

Why It Matters: Proper boiling, storage, and purification methods are crucial for safe drinking water, especially after contamination fears.