Government addresses claims of Cholera-contaminated water in Jordan

Roya News
Aug 13, 2024

Government addresses claims of Cholera-contaminated water in Jordan


The government has confirmed that the waters of the Yarmouk River and King Abdullah Canal are free from any contamination. It stated that regular laboratory tests are conducted according to a specified program, alternating between ministries and official institutions to ensure continuous water safety.

Government Communication Minister and official spokesperson Dr. Mohannad Al-Mubaidin said specialized committees from the ministries of Water, Irrigation, Agriculture, and Health found that monitoring programs for water sources and verifying the quality and safety of the Yarmouk River and King Abdullah Canal waters meet Jordanian water standards and are completely free from contaminants, including "cholera."

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