THE Lusaka Water Supply and Sanitation Company (LWSC) says the floods being experienced in the city have affected the quality of water from some of its sources. The company has, however, assured Lusaka residents that it has put measures in place to ensure that the water it is supplying is up to standard. Meanwhile, WARMA has also expressed concern that groundwater in Lusaka is at risk of contamination due to continuous floods. WARMA Director General has warned that compounds such as Chawama, Kalikiliki, Kanyama, and Misisi have a high risk of groundwater contamination, a situation he describes as a health hazard. In an interview, Tuesday, LWSC Public Relations Manager Nshamba Muzungu said the company has enhanced its water surveillance and...

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