Water deemed unsafe for use on Aegina Island for nearly six weeks after network failure
Water on Aegina Island, part of Greece’s Attica region, has been declared unsafe for use for nearly one and a half months due to a prolonged network failure, according to local reports.
The water supply crisis reportedly began after a malfunction in the underwater pipeline that connects the island to the mainland water network. The incident occurred on December 17, disrupting the island’s primary water source.
Reservoirs Depleted, Quality Complaints Follow
By December 20, water reserves in local storage facilities had been exhausted, forcing authorities to rely on municipal drilling wells as an alternative supply. However, numerous complaints soon emerged regarding the quality of the water.
Chemical and microbiological analyses conducted by the Attica Regional Administration revealed that certain microbiological parameters exceeded permitted limits, while chlorine levels were found to be below minimum safety thresholds.
Health Concerns Among Residents
Local media reports indicate that some residents have experienced skin rashes, eye irritation, as well as stomach and intestinal problems, raising concerns over potential public health risks linked to the compromised water supply.
Emergency Measures in Place
In response, the Attica Regional Administration has dispatched 60,000 bottles of drinking water to the island for free distribution. As a temporary solution, water tankers have also been deployed to help meet basic needs while repairs continue.
Authorities have not yet provided a definitive timeline for the full restoration of safe, potable water on the island.
