Schools Closed for One Day in Tokat Due to Health Complaints
Following health issues experienced by thousands of people across Tokat, schools were closed for one day by the governor's decision, and water samples were sent for analysis.
In Tokat, the number of people who applied to healthcare facilities with complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea reached 2,914. Following these developments, the Tokat Governor's Office decided to suspend education for one day for disinfection work.
Hospital Applications Increased
The total number of people who applied to healthcare facilities in Tokat with complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea starting from the evening hours of Friday, October 9, reached 2,914.
It was reported that 6 of the 18 children receiving inpatient treatment in hospitals were discharged after completing their treatments.
Governor's Office Decision on School Closure
The Tokat Governor's Office announced that it was decided to carry out detailed disinfection works in schools.
In order to carry out the works under sterile conditions, education was suspended for 1 day on Monday, October 12, in all public and private educational institutions in the city center.
Administrative Leave for Personnel
In addition to the suspension of education, it was announced that disabled and pregnant personnel working in public institutions and organizations would also be considered on administrative leave on the same day.
Water Samples Under Examination
Within the scope of the investigations initiated to determine the cause of the complaints, drinking water samples taken were sent to the Ankara Public Health Reference Laboratory.
It was stated that laboratory results are expected within three days.
Tap Water Warning
Authorities advised that citizens should definitely not use tap water for drinking and food preparation until the analysis results are announced.
Statement from the Municipality
The Tokat Municipality, on the other hand, strongly denied the claims that sewage water had mixed into the drinking water network.
It was stated that there were no technical findings indicating that the health complaints stemmed from infrastructure systems.