Water and COVID-19 FAQs
Information about Drinking Water, Treated Recreational Water, and Wastewater
Updated April 23, 2020
Summary of Changes
- Updated guidance based on recent research findings for the following questions:
- Is the virus that causes COVID-19 found in feces (stool)?
- Can the virus that causes COVID-19 spread through sewerage systems?
- Should wastewater workers take extra precautions to protect themselves from the virus that causes COVID-19?
Page last reviewed: April 3, 2020