Arsenic

2024 - 11 - 28

Arsenic in Water? Don’t Worry, It’s Just a Splash!

Arsenic - Auckland water supply - Drinking water safety - New Zealand water regulations - Waikato River - Water testing - arsenic in water

Auckland's water quality is under control despite recent arsenic scares. Here’s what you need to know about the tests and your drinking water!

Concerns have recently emerged regarding elevated arsenic levels detected in Auckland and Waikato’s water supply. The Waikato River, which serves as a major source of drinking water, has shown slightly increased arsenic levels in tests conducted by the Water Services Authority (WSA). However, the good news is that daily testing has been implemented to monitor the situation closely, ensuring that the water remains safe for the community’s consumption and use. Steve Taylor, the Head of Operations at WSA, reassures residents that even with these elevated levels, the water is still safe for drinking, bathing, and cleaning activities.

In a statement given to Newstalk ZB, Taylor confirmed that although there had been moderate increases, no immediate cause for alarm exists. The data collected is being closely monitored by Taumata Arowai, New Zealand’s water services regulator, which oversees water quality standards across the country. He emphasized that the testing frequency has ramped up to daily assessments, fostering confidence in the safety protocols and ensuring on-the-ground responses are handled promptly and efficiently.

The Hamilton City Council has also stated that their supplies, originating from the same source, are confirmed safe, and locals can continue to enjoy their daily routines without fear. Together with the authorities, they are taking necessary precautions in light of the situation, showing exemplary community care amid minor environmental hiccups.

To add a little levity to the situation, it’s worth mentioning that while arsenic might sound scary, it’s often misunderstood. In minute quantities, it can even be found in certain foods and medicinal applications. Nonetheless, the importance of stringent monitoring cannot be overstated. After all, water is crucial not just for hydration but also for keeping those kiwi muscles strong and those famous pavlovas fluffy!

Arsenic in Auckland and Waikato water: Supply to be tested every day (RNZ)

Auckland's water provider says the supply from the Waikato River will be tested every day, to keep an eye on arsenic levels.

Elevated levels of arsenic detected in Waikato River affect Auckland ... (New Zealand Herald)

With concerns about higher-than-normal arsenic levels in samples of Auckland and Waikato's treated water, the government water regulator will announce the.

SunLive - Elevated arsenic levels detected in Waikato River - The ... (SunLive)

Steve Taylor, head of operations at Water Services Authority (WSA), told Newstalk ZB there had been increased levels of arsenic recorded in the Waikato River, ...

No cause for concern after slightly elevated levels of arsenic ... (Hamilton City Council)

Hamilton City Council's water supply remains safe for drinking, bathing and cleaning, following test results which showed small increases in the level of ...

"Marginal increase": Water still safe to drink despite higher arsenic ... (Newstalk ZB)

An elevated level of arsenic has been detected in the Waikato river, which supplies drinking water to Hamilton and parts of Auckland, but the water remains.

Auckland.Scoop » Water Services Authority Update On Drinking ... (Auckland)

Brief statement from Steve Taylor, Head of Operations at Water Services Authority – Taumata Arowai about the situation in Waikato and Auckland: Our monitoring ...

Confirmation Water Supply Remains Safe In Hamilton (Scoop.co.nz)

Steve Taylor, Head of Operations at Water Services Authority – Taumata Arowai says monitoring systems picked up elevated levels of arsenic in the Waikato ...

Auckland.Scoop » Confirmation Water Supply Remains Safe In ... (Auckland)

Press Release – Hamilton City Council. The Water Services Authority – Taumata Arowai (New Zealand's water services regulator) has confirmed Hamilton's ...

Arsenic in the water: Senior Govt minister keeping watch, results due ... (Newstalk ZB)

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the Government is keeping a close eye on developments around elevated levels of arsenic in Auckland and Waikato's dri.

Waipā water safe to drink, increase of arsenic levels found - Waipa ... (Waipa District Council)

Waipā District Council tested their treatment plants yesterday after Watercare and Hamilton City Council discovered a small increase of levels of arsenic in the ...

Two more water suppliers in the Waikato Region detect slightly ... (Hamilton City Council)

Today, Waipā and Waikato district councils joined Hamilton City Council in reporting slightly elevated levels of arsenic in recent samples of treated water ...

Arsenic in Auckland's drinking water: New testing reveals levels as ... (New Zealand Herald)

Auckland's Watercare says it is meeting drinking water standards - but testing has revealed two more water suppliers in the Waikato District have elevated.

Two More Water Suppliers In The Waikato Region Detect Slightly ... (Scoop.co.nz)

Today, Waipā and Waikato district councils joined Hamilton City Council in reporting slightly elevated levels of arsenic in recent samples of treated water ...

Two more councils report elevated levels of arsenic in water supply (1 News)

Meanwhile, Auckland's provider, Watercare, said its water supply had met drinking standards. Yesterday evening, both Watercare and the Hamilton City Council ...

Arsenic levels in Waipā - Waipa District Council (Waipa District Council)

Recent testing of water supplies drawn from the Waikato River has shown slightly elevated levels of arsenic. Watercare and Hamilton City Council's test results ...

Investigation into cause of elevated arsenic levels in Auckland and ... (RNZ)

"You typically find arsenic occurring naturally in areas of high geothermal activity around Taupō and Waikato river. There's a level [of arsenic] that comes out ...

Increased arsenic levels detected in two more water suppliers ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Waipā and Waikato district councils joined Hamilton City Council in reporting the elevation.

Explained: What you need to know about arsenic and drinking water (New Zealand Herald)

Slightly elevated levels of the toxic heavy metal arsenic have been detected in treated water sourced from the Waikato River . Science and environmental...

SunLive - Explained: Arsenic and drinking water - The Bay's News ... (SunLive)

It's a naturally occurring chemical that generally comes in two forms. We find inorganic arsenic in rocks and minerals – and hence in groundwater where drinking ...

Explained: Arsenic and drinking water (SunLive)

Slightly elevated levels of the toxic heavy metal arsenic have been detected in treated water sourced from the Waikato River. Science and environmental reporter Jamie Morton explains what it is, what happens next, and what it means for our drinking ...