Health and municipal authorities in Almada confirmed on Friday that water distributed through the public supply network remains safe for human consumption. The announcement follows continuous quality monitoring across the municipality in the Setúbal district after supply problems began in early July.
The Municipal Water and Sanitation Services of Almada, known as SMAS, and the Almada-Seixal Local Health Unit issued separate statements on Friday regarding local water quality. Municipal officials declared a municipal alert situation on July 8, which will remain active until the end of August.
In response to reports circulating about water quality, SMAS stated that public drinking water fully complies with all legal safety requirements. Water quality undergoes continuous operational monitoring alongside sanitary surveillance managed by local health officials.
Water Monitoring and Sampling Protocols
Health authorities have participated in a Crisis Cabinet established from the beginning to oversee the municipal water supply. Under the current alert status, SMAS increased the frequency of laboratory sampling and water analysis across the network.
Municipal services also expanded monitoring of residual chlorine levels and tracked new water sources integrated into the distribution system. These actions follow directives established by the Water and Waste Services Regulatory Authority, also known as ERSAR.
Testing results consistently demonstrate that distributed water meets legal parameters with no identified risks to public health. SMAS noted that if any test requires further evaluation, technical procedures are triggered immediately in coordination with health authorities.
Sanitary Surveillance and Health Oversight
The Almada-Seixal Local Health Unit expanded its own sanitary surveillance plan alongside the operational testing performed by municipal workers. Additional monitoring is underway at multiple supply zone locations under the Sanitary Surveillance Program of Water Intended for Human Consumption.
Health officials confirmed that test results show no evidence of disease-causing microorganisms or public health hazards. Authorities stated they will maintain permanent oversight and release further updates whenever changes in the situation require them.
