Hurricane Helene's aftermath has severely compromised water systems, impacting over a million residents as flooding damages infrastructure and leads to widespread boil water advisories.
Officials in Asheville have announced that nearly 100,000 residents could be without water for weeks due to extensive repairs needed for damaged treatment facilities and infrastructure.
Sydney Evans, senior science analyst, warns that post-Hurricane Helene, water systems are susceptible to dangerous contamination, posing immediate health risks to affected populations.
Elin Betanzo emphasizes the difficulty of boiling water as a safe measure due to widespread power outages, highlighting the need for alternative water filtration solutions.
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