drinking water
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In Southern California, experts have discussed expanding existing drinking water systems or building separate infrastructure dedicated to firefighting.
From Los Angeles Times
Concentrations in drinking water systems higher than 0.8 milligrams per liter can be harmful, especially to infants, young children and fetuses, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
From Salon
The main way people get norovirus is by accidentally drinking water or eating food contaminated with fecal matter, or touching a contaminated surface and then placing their fingers in their mouths.
From Los Angeles Times
Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to inspect nearly 100 drinking water reservoirs and storage tanks over concerns about improper maintenance, the agency announced Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times
Those reports sometimes brought about improvements in access to drinking water and hygiene products, as well as a “slight improvement” in availability of food and medical treatment, the audit found.
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