Water purification on the island of Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands - Iles Mariannes du Nord par zeekzilch

Although Saipan's drinking water, mostly acquired from about 140 wells spread around the island, is potable it remains "brackish" and not very good for drinking. Therefore, most resident acquire their drinking water from other sources although tap water is still used for regular household use such as washing dishes, showering, cleaning clothes, etc. - - Saipan is one of the 14 islands that comprise the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana ...