What is Charlotte-Mecklenburg doing to protect our water from threats?
Your water is safe to drink and all reasonable steps are in place to protect the public water system. Water quality control has been an everyday part of our mission long before 9/11/2001. While security details aren’t something we discuss publicly, they are a vital part of our operating procedure. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities continually enhances security measures and participates in emergency preparedness exercises with state and federal agencies. We will take all appropriate steps to ensure continued delivery of safe and sufficient drinking water. What are Cryptosporidiumand Giardia? back to top Cryptosporidium and Giardia are microscopic parasites sometimes found in untreated surface waters. If ingested, either can cause gastrointestinal illness. Utilities tests for these parasites. Pharmaceuticals / Prescription Drugs and Water Keep your pipes clear, and our water safe. When cleaning out your unused medications, be sure to properly dispose of them and protect our water supply. *
