The water supply to the Higuera fountain (fuente de la Higuera) just outside Álora has been turned off after the water was found to contain high levels of nitrates.
Water in Benaoján and Montejaque still not fit for human consumption
The latest analysis of the water supply from wells in Benaoján and Montejaque show that the level of contamination has been reduced by between 94% and 99% but the water is still not deemed fit for human consumption.
Health warning on 18 brands of footwear
FACUA-Consumidores en Acción, the Consumer Protection Group, has now issued safety warnings relating to 18 brands of footwear in connection with contamination with Dimethyl fumarate. Dimethyl fumarate is often used as a moisture inhibitor in not only footwear, but also other leather goods such as sofas. However, even in very small doses, it can produce extremely severe allergic reactions. The …
Sunflower oil now declared safe
The Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs has withdrawn the recommendation not to consume girasol (sunflower oil).
Health Department Warning on Girasol (Sunflower Oil)
The Health Department is advising people not to consume Girasol (Sunflower oil) for the time being.