Brunei's water issue: Water is safe despite discolouration, says Public Works Department


BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Sept 15 (Borneo Buletin/ANN): The Public Works Department (JKR) has assured residents in affected areas that discoloured or murky water is safe for consumption.

“The presence of manganese in water can lead to discolouration and the release of sediments over a period of time,” said the JKR.

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