…says well free from saline intrusion

THE Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI), on Saturday, assured residents of Yupukari, Region Nine, that the water being distributed from the recently-drilled well in the village is free from saline intrusion, but noted that evidence of sabotage to the infrastructure was seen.

The company said that this assurance comes in light of reports from residents, that the water tasted salty.

“As a result, GWI immediately mobilized the contractor responsible for drilling the well and instructed that the water be tested. Following checks to the system, evidence of suspected vandalism and/or sabatoge to the infrastructure was seen,” the company said.

However, water quality test results returned negative for saline intrusion and it remains safe for consumption, the release said.

“GWI therefore calls on persons to refrain from spreading rumours of a compromised water quality,” the release said.

The company warned that anyone found tampering with its water supply systems will be dealt with in accordance with the law.