BALABAC, Palawan (Eagle News) — Ten people, including an 11-month-old baby, have died due to severe dehydration in Balabac town in Palawan, where a diarrhea outbreak has been declared.
According to the Provincial Health Office, over 200 residents have been treated for symptoms of diarrhea since February 12.
“Almost all of the water sources in Balabac proper are not fit for drinking after they tested positive for coliform,” provincial health officer Mary Ann Navarro said in an interview with Palawan News.
Residents have been advised to wash their hands and to boil water before drinking it.