That’s what an official says about adding chlorine to Chilliwack’s drinking water.
This, after hundreds of residents signed a petition to stop the Authority from doing so, over health and cost concerns.
And the Mayor says the city has been recognized several times for its water quality. But Medical Health Officer Dr. Marcus Lem says recent discoveries of e-coli have prompted the need for another disinfectant, “We’re committing to working together with the City of Chilliwack and public works to let them know the rationale for chlorination and to educate the public about the needs for chlorination and the need for safe water for everyone.”
He adds the Authority has the right to take action under the Drinking Water Protection Act.
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