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The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) has reported a temporary reduction in water production at the Desalination Company of Trinidad and Tobago (DESALCOTT) facility due to recent changes in the quality of the raw seawater entering the plant.
DESALCOTT observed on February 22nd an above normal presence of organic material in its intake water, a variation that is usually a natural occurrence. To protect equipment and ensure the final quality of drinking water, plant processes have been adjusted, resulting in a temporary reduction in output.
WASA confirmed that water quality remains safe for public consumption and that treated water continues to meet the highest safety standards. Investigations and sampling are ongoing in surrounding areas, including the Couva River outlet, to better understand the factors affecting the raw water supply.
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