Emergency water supplies have been distributed to Devon residents as at least 22 cases of a diarrhoea-type illness have been confirmed in the area.
Have you been affected? Contact [email protected] Hundreds of people in a picturesque south Devon town have fallen sick with a debilitating stomach bug, with a parasite found in the local water supply.Many residents of the seaside town of Brixham have complained of diarrhoea, cramps, vomiting and nausea for days.Health authorities believe they are suffering from cryptosporidiosis, caused by cryptosporidium, an intestinal parasite that can spread through contact with contaminated water.
The company will also hand out bottled water to residents of the affected areas.SWW said: "We apologise for the inconvenience caused and will continue to keep customers and businesses updated." Local Facebook pages are full of comments from residents who are suffering from cryptosporidiosis symptoms.A video posted online appears to show several workmen carrying out tests.
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