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Waternet plagued by fake message about bacteria: 'Control room receiving many calls'

Waternet plagued by fake message about bacteria: 'Control room receiving many calls'

A fake WhatsApp message warning of a dangerous bacteria in Amsterdam's drinking water has triggered a surge of calls to Waternet's emergency center. Waternet confirmed that the drinking water is safe and emphasized that they do not use social messaging apps for official emergency alerts.

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