A: Failure to properly treat water during a boil water advisory may mean that bacteria,viruses or protozoa may be present. This contaminated water could cause diarrhea, nausea, cramps, headaches and even other more severe symptoms.
Ultraviolet (UV) sterilization is one of the few water treatments effective during a boil water advisory. It offers a safe, cost-efficient, and low-maintenance way to ensure water is free from harmful microorganisms. UV disinfection systems can eliminate 99.99% of illness-causing pathogens without the need for heat or chemicals, purifying anywhere from 2 to 50 gallons of water per minute, depending on the system.