Will serious water pollution in Hong Kong affect drinking water?

Serious water pollution in Hong Kong will affect drinking water. Hong Kong is one of the few regions in the world where tap water service is directly provided by the government. According to the Hong Kong Water Supplies Department, the tap water in Hong Kong meets the EU drinking water standards and the World Health Organization's drinking water quality guidelines. Under proper building management, tap water treated by the Water Supplies Department's water treatment plant can be directly consumed without boiling.