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Can You Drink Tap Water in Lamia?
We don't have enough information to make a specific recommendation about the safety of drinking tap water in Lamia, Greece.
However, based on information from nearby locations, the average water score in Greece is a out of 100.
Tap Safe includes data from many publicly available sources, including the WHO (World Health Organization), CDC (Center for Disease Control), and user submitted databases, but unfortunately there's not enough data about Lamia.
To see user submitted ratings of the water quality for Greece, see the "User Submitted Ratings" box on this page.
In an effort to provide the best possible tap water, the authorities in Lamia Greece took a hard look at its mineral content. The results showed that much of the water had high levels of sodium and potassium, which can be harmful to the human body. That''s when the ministry of environment, tourism and culture went out and purchased a large number of mountain springs in order to replenish the water. They used the water to make drinkable water for all citizens.
Water quality has always been a major concern for Lamia Greeks. They were used to relying on mountains to supply them with the water they required for survival. Now, it is hoped that this new supply will improve water safety for the local residents.
The first thing that should be understood about how the authorities are dealing with the new water is that it is not coming from any natural water source. It is a combination of salt and minerals from the mountains. The result is a water which is as p
The estimated price of bottled water
$1.25 in USD (1.5-liter)
USER SUBMITTED RATINGS
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The above data is comprised of subjective, user submitted opinions about the water quality and pollution in Lamia, measured on a scale from 0% (lowest) to 100% (highest).
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Reminder
Always take extra precautions, the water may be safe to drink when it leaves the sewage treatment plant but it may pick up pollutants during its way to your tap. We advise that you ask locals or hotel staff about the water quality. Also, note that different cities have different water mineral contents.