Registered: 08/26/06
Posts: 7705
Loc: southern Cal
That is basically what I said. Viruses are not normally caught by the filter usually employed in the backcountry. This is not an issue in the US, typically, but can be a problem in some localities abroad.
Me, I boil. Besides, I cherish my nice cup of tea.....
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