East Carolina University says it's taking steps because of the water contamination.

ECU has posted "don't drink" signs on water fountains throughout the campus. The university says dining halls will remain open using paper and plastic plates and utensils, food will only be prepared that doesn't require rinsing and employees will use hand sanitizers.

The university says all food and beverages prepared prior to the water contamination alert have been thrown away and signs have been posted at all possible water sources alerting students and employees not to drink the water.

East Carolina athletics says it is providing water and ice to athletes from a source outside Greenville Utilities service area.