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BALTIMORE, MD. (Tuesday, September 6, 2022) - The City of Baltimore remains committed to keeping constituents informed about the recent E. Coli and coliform contamination impacting parts of West Baltimore. The following is a rundown of available updates at this time.

As stated during the press conference on Monday, September 5, the Department of Public Works (DPW) collected samples for retesting following the discovery of E. Coli and coliform over the weekend. A total of 24 specimens were collected Monday evening and DPW will provide an update after all 24 results are in.

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is leading the efforts around water distribution to those impacted by the E. Coli and coliform contamination. As of 6 p.m. today, a total of 172,000 bottles were distributed to individuals seeking such support. The three sites stood up by OEM today will close at 8 p.m. and reopen tomorrow morning.

The Mayor’s Office and DPW are actively working to identify the origin of the contamination and will provide appropriate updates as the investigation progresses.

The Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) continues to provide information to help address health concerns regarding this matter. E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated with human or animal wastes. Human pathogens in these wastes can cause short-term effects, such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches, or other symptoms. They may pose a greater health risk for infants, young children, the elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems.

All who have been exposed to the contaminated water in the impacted area should monitor for the symptoms listed above and seek medical care if needed.

If you're an adult, call your healthcare provider if:

For infants and children see your child's health care provider right away if your child:

The City has compiled a list of responses to frequently asked questions on the DPW website. Residents are encouraged to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Boil Water Advisory webpage for additional information.

With a special nod to the 2022 National HBCU Week, Mayor Brandon M. Scott welcomed representatives from Baltimore's two historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) - Coppin State University and Morgan State University - for the declaration of HBCU Day in Baltimore.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott in partnership with the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund), M&T Bank, and the Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED), celebrated the work of the City's Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) - a vital tool of the Scott Administration's work to enhance financial mobility and ensure equitable economic growth.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced the appointment of Justin Williams as the new Deputy Mayor for Community and Economic Development.

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