South West Water has announced an increase in compensation to customers in Brixham following the detection of cryptosporidium in the area’s water network. The decision comes as the company continues its efforts to address the situation and alleviate concerns among residents and businesses.
On May 15, the company’s extended monitoring and sampling revealed small traces of cryptosporidium in the Hillhead area of its local water network. Subsequently, South West Water issued a boil water notice to approximately 16,000 households and businesses, advising them to boil tap water before consumption.