About Water in the UK

What You Should Know About Your Water

Not all water is the same in the UK. It all depends where you live. Once rain or snow falls to earth, water starts to collect impurities.

acid rain Acid Rain Coal or oil combustion and smelting produce selenium, which can cause liver damage. Spent coal also produces barium, which can contribute to circulatory problems.
herbicides Herbicides and Insecticides
Arsenic is just one of several carcinogenic chemicals found in herbicides and insecticides.
animal waste Animal Waste
Animal waste can contaminate water with organisms that cause gastro problems.
lawn and garden Lawn and Garden Chemicals
Fluoride can cause damage to bones and teeth. Nitrates can cause blue baby syndrome.
chemical and industrial waste Chemical and Industrial Wastes
Cadmium from batteries and paints can cause kidney problems. Arsenic in industrial wastes is toxic to skin and the nervous system.
iron and mineral Iron and Mineral Deposits
Iron stains red, forms a scale in pipes and increases the use of soap and detergents. Water going through shale and limestone leaves rings in baths, deposits in pipes, and can smell.