It seems a healthy life in the safety of the water since Hurricane

11, August 2016 After the discharge for Hurricane Earl last week established the Ministry of Health has issued a notice Belizeans ...

11, August 2016

After the discharge for Hurricane Earl last week established the Ministry of Health has issued a notice Belizeans to control their water resources and ensure that the water used is safe for consumption. Floods are still moving in the direction of the river valley of the storm and many communities that were affected by the floods. So tonight edition of a healthy lifestyle, we look sure to treat for consumption in three ways water.

Cuellar Reports Marleni

If you have access to bottled water in the country at this time, it does not concern. But for many in rural areas that rely on water from the local water sources, so that make this a good time to take notes.

After Hurricane Earl, it was major flooding along the riverside communities. If you think was your source of drinking water contaminated by flooding or is at risk, it is important that you treat the water before drinking. If your tap water or show signs of contamination is also important that the treatment of your water. The three recommended to treat your waterways at home:

The first is boiling:

It is always a good idea to filter the water before cooking particles. The key is to let the water boil for one to three minutes vigorously. boiling water kills all bacteria or parasites present in the water. It is therefore safe for consumption.

The second is to use a bleaching agent:

Plain unscented Clorox can disinfect water. This regular bleach can kill in polluted water bacteria and parasites.

If the treated water is clear, the recommendation is eight drops or one-eighth teaspoon to use bleach water in a gallon. If the water is cloudy, then doubled the amount would be used to liquid chlorine: sixteen drops or a teaspoon twelve forty-five gallon of water.

Surfacing for 30 minutes left. The water should have a slight chlorine odor. Be sure to be stored in clean containers and then again that ordinary unscented bleach can be used.

Finally, the use of water purification tablets:

These tablets can be purchased on the market or are sometimes distributed aid packages. They must be used as indicated in the instructions. If the instructions are not available, use one tablet per liter of water to be cleaned.

The preferred method of the three is boiling water. It is important to take special precautions when the treated water is to be consumed by children or pregnant women. One last reminder, the water used for personal hygiene should be treated properly.

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