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RZI: The water in Elenite is not suitable for drinking

The water has remained unfit for drinking for more than 20 days

Oct 25, 2025 13:43 206

The water in the holiday village “Elenite” continues to fail to meet the quality requirements and is unfit for drinking. This is shown by the latest samples of the regional health inspection, which were taken on October 22.

The results of the chemical and microbiological indicators indicate that the water contains coliform bacteria and enterococci, which are above the norm, and its taste is unacceptable, BNT summarized.

The RZI-Burgas recommends that water from the central water supply should not be used for drinking and preparing food. It is only allowed for domestic purposes.

Health authorities will take samples again to determine the quality of the water on 27.10.2025.

After the major flood on 3 October, initial water samples showed the presence of the bacteria Escherichia coli. The water has remained unfit for drinking for more than 20 days. Bottled water from the State Reserve was provided to residents.