Overview

• Routine testing on May 13 detected elevated levels of coliform bacteria in the water supply for High Bentham, Low Bentham, and Burton in Lonsdale.
• Nearly 200 postcodes were affected by a boil water advisory, requiring residents to boil tap water for drinking, cooking, and dental hygiene.
• Yorkshire Water collaborated with the UK Health Security Agency to monitor water quality through additional sampling and testing.
• Bottled water was provided to vulnerable customers who were unable to boil water, ensuring access to safe drinking water during the advisory.
• As of May 15, Yorkshire Water lifted the advisory after tests confirmed the water met safety standards, and residents can now use tap water as usual.