Bottled Water Advisory
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Safety of drinking water concept, 3D illustration showing parasitic microorganisms contaminating drinking water
We have a new writer in town who wanted me to pass along this message. We will call her Sam which is a very good ‘pen’ name for a writer. Here is her quick news flash.
“A quick Heads up for all of you in Panama. A Word to the wise: Drink BOTTLED water ONLY – until more rain comes and the community water resources replenish. Currently there are many reports (me personally) of rampant serious stomach/intestinal problems, which we believe is from community tap water. (We have our own well, but in restaurants you get tap water!) Stay well ! Sam”