Almost two weeks after Martinborough’s water was declared unsafe to drink its council believes it has found the source of the E.coli contamination.
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* Martinborough residents on boil water notice for at least four more days "All going well, and we get three days of clear water testing following the flushing, the boil water notice will be lifted early next week."
Advertise with Stuff Wharram said the UV system has been working well since January 24 and work was being done to ensure the malfunction did not reoccur.
"If you are aware of any elderly or frail neighbours who may need an update on the water situation, or who may need help gaining access to safe drinking water, please offer your assistance or contact council so we can help," Napier said.
Council is working with Wellington Water on the response plan to get the boil water notice lifted.
"All this is taking some time but is essential, along with three clear test results on three consecutive days once all the work is complete, to give confidence to the council and Regional Public Health that the boil water notice can be lifted," Wharram said.
The risk of getting sick from drinking the water during the period leading up to the notice being issued is low but possible, especially for vulnerable people.
Safe drinking water continues to be available from the emergency water bladders behind the Waihinga Centre, outside the Wharekaka aged-care home, Martinborough School, the golf club and rugby club.
* If you develop an illness with diarrhoea, vomiting and/or a fever, and are concerned about your health, get advice from your doctor or contact Healthline (0800 611 116).