VOICED : Preocupacion en la brasilena Rio de Janeiro por calidad deficiente del agua potable

In Rio de Janeiro, bottled water demand has surged due to concerns over the quality of water supplied by CEDAE. Issues began with geosmin contamination, causing the water to appear turbid and smell unpleasant. Further complications arose when detergent was found in the water sources feeding the Guandú treatment plant, leading to its temporary closure. As a result, many residents have turned to bottled mineral water for safety. Although CEDAE has resumed water extraction and aims to normalize supply, convincing consumers of the water's quality remains challenging.

What has caused the increased workload for bottled water distributors in Rio de Janeiro?

• A decrease in bottled water prices

• Problems with the quality of state-supplied water

• A new marketing campaign

• A heatwave in the region

What chemical compound was initially found in the water, causing it to become turbid and smelly?

• Chlorine

• Lead

• Geosmin

• Fluoride

Why was the Guandú treatment plant temporarily closed?

• A power outage

• A strike by plant workers

• Detergent contamination in the water sources

• Routine maintenance

What precaution are consumers taking due to concerns about water quality?

• Boiling tap water

• Using water filters

• Buying bottled water for drinking and cooking

• Installing home water purification systems

What is CEDAE's plan to address the water supply issue?

• Build a new treatment plant

• Gradually normalize the water supply

• Increase water prices

• Import water from neighboring states