West Flanders water crisis as Minister Jo Brouns raises Triazole limits

1,2,4-triazole, a byproduct of metconazole, has contaminated water in West Flanders, prompting Flemish Minister Jo Brouns to raise the safe limit to 1 ug/L for water supply due to health concerns. The Westhoek region is facing a water quality crisis from pesticide pollution, with high levels of 1,2,4-triazole and Trifluoroacetic acid complicating efforts to ensure safe drinking water. Brouns aims to balance the need for available water with public health and environmental concerns, implementing temporary measures while seeking long-term solutions to protect the water supply.

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