Abstract

AbstractDrinking water in a distribution system may contain microbes that enter the distribution system through treatment breakthrough, regrowth, or contamination of water in the system. The majority of these organisms are harmless. However, pathogenic organisms may also be present. A number of waterborne disease outbreaks related to distribution systems have been reported. Many factors contribute to the regrowth and contamination of drinking water in distribution systems. This article discusses the factors that contribute to microbial regrowth and contamination of distribution systems. To ensure protection of public health, these factors should be adequately addressed to safeguard drinking water from contamination in distribution systems.

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