Drinking water or drinking water is distinguished from other waters by established standards that ensure it is safe to drink.
Drinking water is water that can be consumed by humans and other animals. It is also called drinking water, referring to its intended use. The water may be naturally drinkable, as is the case with primitive sources, or it may need treatment to be safe. In both cases, the safety of the water is evaluated with tests that look for potentially harmful contaminants.
The water towers maintain the supply of drinking water to the communities.
The issue of access to drinking water is very important. In developed countries, people may not think much about where the water comes from. In many First World nations, citizens can turn on a tap to obtain drinking water, which may also be enriched with healthy substances. However, in developing countries, and especially in Africa, a large proportion of the population does not have access to safe drinking water.
Campers can use purification tablets to make small amounts of drinking water.
Water that is not safe to drink can carry disease and heavy metals. People who drink this water get sick and there is a risk of death. Unfortunately, even in areas where the water is known to be unsafe, people may still drink it out of desperation. The lack of clean water is often accompanied by other sanitation failures, such as open sewers and limited garbage collection. Many of these public health problems affect the poor more than anyone else.
The water can also be filtered and transported in bottles with built-in filters.
Contaminated water can be treated to make drinking water. One of the easiest ways to treat water is by boiling it. Boiling water may not remove heavy contaminants, but it can neutralize most bacteria and viruses that may be present. The water can also be treated with chemicals, such as bleach, which sometimes comes in tablet form for use in camping and camping. Additionally, the water can be pumped through a filter to remove particulates.
Water is drinkable when it is safe for human and other animal consumption.
Because water quality matters, many nations are working to protect the safety of their water and increase access to clean water. Some countries have laws governing water safety, with harsh penalties for polluters. These nations generally test their water regularly for contaminants, making the results of these tests available to citizens upon request. In developing countries, many non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are working to improve water quality conditions, along with other basic sanitation services.
Trace amounts of bleach can be added to water to purify it.
Even in first world countries, after a major disaster, access to clean water can be limited. People in this situation may seek drinking water from hot water heaters and toilet tanks and must save this water for drinking. For bathing and cleaning, normally non-potable water can be used. Keeping purification tablets in an emergency preparedness kit is also a great idea. After major storms and hurricanes, citizens must wait to make sure their water is safe, in case sewer pipes break and contaminate the water supply.