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"The report of the water sample, which was collected on Friday, stated that there is nothing harmfull in this water. There may be another reason for the sickness. The villagers had expressed concern over the dirty water from the borewell in the village. The officials concerned took note of this matter and we have already supplied water through water tankers in the village," he said.
The Valpoi CHC officials have also taken water samples of the two tributaries, which flow from the village. The locals are using this water for their various needs.
Speaking to The Goan, Health Officer Dr Gajanan Naik said there may be possibility of contamination of water in the tributaries.
"Our team again visited Shelpe to take stock of the situation. They have appealed to the villagers to follow necessary measures," he said.
"The patients are being treated at Valpoi CHC and priority will be given to the village patients," Dr Naik said.
Shelpe sickness continues to baffle; PWD water tested safe
The sudden outbreak in sickness at Shelpe-Sattari continues with many people suffering from stomachache. According to Valpoi PWD (water supply) assistant engineer Eknath Paste, the exact cause of the sickness is not yet known.
