GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality wishes to reassure residents that recent information circulating on social media and messaging platforms regarding the alleged poisoning of tap water is false, malicious and completely unfounded.
The Civil Engineering Services: Water Department has confirmed, in the strongest possible terms, that no incident of contamination or poisoning has occurred at any municipal water source within the George municipal area.
The voice note currently being shared, reportedly featuring a male voice speaking English, does not identify any specific water source or location and provides no factual basis for its claims.
Allegations contained in the message, including references to foreigners allegedly poisoning water supplies, are entirely false and irresponsible.
Municipal water quality is continuously monitored and tested in strict accordance with all regulatory standards. The latest test results confirm that George Municipality’s tap water is clean, safe and fit for human consumption.
Residents are urged to refrain from sharing unverified messages that may cause unnecessary panic and to rely solely on official communication channels of George Municipality for accurate and credible information.
George Municipality takes the safety and wellbeing of its residents seriously and will continue to communicate transparently on all matters affecting public health and safety.
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