Environmental Protection Agency, and Maryland Department of Health and the Baltimore City Health Department to develop public notification guidelines based on the detection of Cryptosporidium and to ensure that the most accurate message of water safety is clearly communicated to the public. This document answers important health questions and explains steps that DPW is taking to protect the water supply.ĭPW has been collaborating with the Maryland Department of Environment, U.S. The frequently asked questions (FAQ) document is now available on the DPW website. Today, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) in conjunction with the Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD), released additional FAQs on the DPW website and made the following update to the public regarding the discovery of low levels of the microscopic parasite Cryptosporidium found during a routine test at Druid Lake Reservoir.
Baltimore City DPW, Health Department Provide Update on Cryptosporidium, Release New FAQ Document
