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14 March, 2010
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Further information related to this fact sheet: Bushfires and water tanks.

 
 
 

Related information on Better Health Channel
Bushfire aftermath - hazards.
Bushfire smoke.
Water - make it safe to drink.
Water tanks and dams - safety tips.

Related information on other websites
Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria – Water tanks and bushfires.
Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria – Your private drinking water supply
Emergency Management, Department of Human Services, Victoria.
Food Safety Unit, Department of Health Victoria – Water transport guidelines
Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria – Fire retardants and health

References used for this fact sheet
  • Advice for people with water tanks living in bushfire-affected areas [online], Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria, Victorian Government, Australia. More information here.
  • Drinking water – water company address list [online], Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria, Victorian Government, Australia. More information here.
  • Fire retardants and health [online], Environmental Health Unit, Department of Health Victoria, Victorian Government. More information here.
 
 
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Last updated: November 2008

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