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Sun's rays 'can clean water in tsunami zone'
Source: SwissInfo
11 January 2005 | EN
Drinking water purified by the SODIS system
SODIS
Plastic bottles could provide the cheapest and most practical way of preventing water-borne diseases in regions affected by the recent tsunami, say Swiss scientists.
Solar water disinfection — or SODIS — relies on radiation and heat from the sun to kill most bacteria and viruses in the water. All people need to do, say the researchers, is fill a clear plastic bottle with water, shake it, and leave it in the sun for at least six hours.
The main problem, they say, is convincing individuals and organisations that such a simple method could be effective. They would need to recruit the help of local partners to help promote the method to those living in affected areas.
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