High-levels of dangerous bacteria E.Coli has been found in floodwaters in across central and northern Victoria.
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Initial tests by the Environmental Protection Authority show water in Rochester, Shepparton and Benalla to be the most contaminated in the state.
Most E-Coli is harmless, however, others can cause diarrhea, urinary tract infections, pneumonia and other illnesses.
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It’s believed the bacteria has entered floodwater through residential septic tanks.
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