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Health Concern

Bacteria in Drinking Water

Harmful bacteria in water can cause serious illness and indicate contamination from sewage or animal waste.

0 CFU/100mL
EPA Action Level
Various
Chemical Formula
10-20%
FL Homes Affected

Health Effects

Short-term Effects

  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach cramps
  • Fever
  • Dehydration

Long-term Effects

  • Chronic digestive issues
  • Kidney problems
  • Reactive arthritis
  • Guillain-Barré syndrome

Common Sources

1
Sewage contamination
2
Animal waste
3
Failed septic systems
4
Surface water infiltration
5
Cross-connections

Detection & Testing

Coliform testing

E. coli testing

Laboratory culture methods

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Removal & Treatment Methods

UV Sterilization

Effectiveness 99%

Kills bacteria with ultraviolet light

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Chlorination

Effectiveness 95%

Chemical disinfection of bacteria

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Boiling

Effectiveness 100%

Emergency method to kill bacteria

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Regulations & Standards

EPA Regulations

EPA requires zero coliform bacteria in public water

Action Level: 0 CFU/100mL
Prevalence in FL: 10-20% of homes

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Protect your family from bacteria exposure with proper filtration.

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Related Contaminants

Nitrates

Both indicate potential sewage contamination

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Iron

Iron can promote bacterial growth

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Chlorine

Chlorine is used to kill bacteria

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