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Walkerton - From Infamy To Excellence

This document explores the systemic failures that led to the Walkerton water crisis, detailing the negligence in well maintenance, operator training, and record-keeping. It highlights the significant costs of the tragedy, including the economic burden on the community and the psychological effects on residents, with experts estimating up to 15% may suffer from PTSD. The ongoing health issues, such as Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome and irritable bowel syndrome, are discussed, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive management and reform to prevent future crises.

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Walkerton - From Infamy To Excellence

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  1. Walkerton - From InfamyTo Excellence The Cost Of Getting It Wrong Bruce Davidson Concerned Walkerton Citizens P.O. Box 1376 Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0 Phone: 519-881-0884 Email: cwc@bmts.com

  2. Anatomy of a Systemic Breakdown….continued • Maintenance of wells • Operator training • Falsification of records • Public Utilities Commission • Ministry of Environment

  3. Anatomy of a Systemic Breakdown…..continued • Local Health Unit • Private Laboratory • Water main construction • Spills Action • Government of Ontario - 11 separate warnings • Voluntary compliance • Risk management

  4. THE COST OF GETTING IT WRONG • Experts suggest up to 15% of population may suffer Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. • Loss of business to other communities. • Municipal insurance 3 times average cost. • Cuts to MOE $40 million. • Cost of tragedy $150 million. • Ongoing illness.

  5. The economic costs of the Walkerton Water Crisis – Dr. J Livernois for Walkerton Inquiry.

  6. CONSEQUENSES OF ILLNESS • Hemolytic Urea Syndrome • Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Reactive Arthritis • Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome • High blood Pressure • Diabetes

  7. HOW CLOSE MUSTILLNESS COME BEFORE WE ACT? • Woman with IBS. • Man with reactive arthritis. • Young boy with gout symptoms. • Man with diabetes and high blood pressure.

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