Suspected Water Contamination Sickens Over 100 in Noida Extension Housing Society

Residents of Supertech Ecovillage 2 in Noida Extension are suffering from illness, including children, due to suspected water contamination. The issue came to light after discussions about water shortages. Health officials are investigating to determine the exact number of affected individuals and the cause.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Noida | Updated: 03-09-2024 11:10 IST | Created: 03-09-2024 11:10 IST
Suspected Water Contamination Sickens Over 100 in Noida Extension Housing Society
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Residents of the Supertech Ecovillage 2 housing society in Noida Extension are reportedly falling ill, with suspicions of water contamination being the cause. Symptoms include diarrhea and vomiting, mostly affecting children.

Raj Kumar, a media professional living in the society, said the issue surfaced during a WhatsApp discussion about water shortages. Many residents shared similar stories of illness, indicating that the problem might be widespread.

Another resident, Ashish Srivastava, noted that the society's water tanks were cleaned recently and suggested contamination might be the culprit. Many affected individuals have approached a local doctor, who confirmed infections.

Although residents claim over 100 individuals are affected, the local health department has yet to confirm the exact figure. Gautam Buddh Nagar Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sunil Sharma stated that health teams are investigating the situation. Supertech Ecovillage 2 is a large housing complex in Noida Extension, comprising around 20 high-rise towers with approximately 150 flats each.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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