Farm works may be responsible for water contamination in central Greece, sources say

Authorities continue to investigate how the water supply network in the Magnesia area of central Greece was contaminated with salmonella and other germs, which led to an outbreak of gastroenteritis in the region.

According to Kathimerini's information, the investigation has focused on works that took place recently on a local farm. The authorities examine whether dirt entered the water supply due to these works.  

Ministry of Health sources noted to Kathimerini that the responsibility for the supervision of the water supply network falls in the municipalities and the regional authority. The ministry intervenes only in serious cases such as this. 

Sources from the regional authorities of Thessaly stated that the storm Daniel has caused multiple problems in the water network. However EODY sources rejected this claim, highlighting that months have passed since the...