Although the community of Jaco has started taking action in controlling and reducing the coliform contamination level in strategic areas, the Health Department has ordered Regional Health Authorities to inspect water treatment plants in the area to assure proper operation.
In addition, the AyA Sewer and Drainage department will assist the regional health authorities in taking samples from the water treatment plants in Jaco in order to determine accepted levels of coliform.
Complaints of improper water treatment and disposals presented by civilians will be a priority according the head of the Health Department, Maria Luisa Avila Aguero. New sanitary guides and instructions have also been given out to residential and commercial areas as well as to sewer transporters in order to reduce contamination in the Jaco Beach area.
Jaco Beach is a popular coastal town in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast at just 2 hours from downtown San Jose. A popular surf community and vibrant beach town, Jaco attracts thousands of local and foreign tourists year round.
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