Darwin Boil Water Alert: What You Need to Know

0:00From the streets of Sydney to the world, this is Sydney News Today. A boilwater alert is now in effect for Darwin and nearby areas after flooding hit the Darwin River Dam. Heavy rains pushed the dam past 110% capacity, stalling key water pumps. Officials issued the alerts starting mid-day Tuesday, asking everyone to boil water used for drinking or eating. Earlier this week on Monday, flash floods overwhelm the pump station around 4.30 in the afternoon. Safety systems shut down the pumps to avoid damage and water levels need to drop before they can restart. The power and water corporation is boosting supply from rural bore fields to keep things running in the meantime. Residents should boil water than cool it for drinking, making food, baby formula, or brushing teeth. Save that treated water for essentials only. You can still shower, wash hands, dishes, or clothes with tap water, but don't swallow any. For kids, sponge baths are a smart precaution.

1:00Engineers are working around the clock on backup plans to restore the pumps. The company says protections performed is designed during the flood. Meanwhile, similar alerts cover Catherine, Wugelar, and Tindall as the region recovers for major flooding. Household filters aren't reliable here, so stick to boiling. Filtration tablets work only if boiling isn't an option. Some office quickboil taps are safe, per health guidelines, expect updates as water levels recede. This DNA story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed. S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com