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Americans have trusted that tap water is safe for decades, but a growing body of research suggests that this faith may be misplaced. From lead and pesticides to “forever chemicals” and microplastics, ...

State Drinking Water Strategy from Minnesota Department of Health details the vulnerabilities in the water system and actions ...

IS IS THAT WATER SAFE TO DRINK? WELL, RIGHT OFF THE BAT, YES, IT IS SAFE TO DRINK. AND YOU KNOW WHAT? YOU’RE NOT WRONG. IF YOU DO SMELL A LITTLE DIFFERENCE IN THE WATER, MAYBE IT TASTES FUNKY. IT’S ...

Many people assume bottled water is the safest choice, but a 2025 study suggests that trust may be misplaced. Testing found that bottled water was most likely to contain coliform bacteria, with fewer ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Despite recent changes to the taste and odor of tap water in the Kansas City area, KC Water said it is still “completely safe to drink.” KC Water attributed the "unpleasant" changes ...

WELLTON, AZ (AZFamily) — The town of Wellton is working to improve its water system for its residents. For the past six months, their water system has exceeded acceptable levels of contaminants. Test ...

If your tap water smells a bit like pool water, it's because Melbourne has embarked on its yearly chlorine 'shock' of the ...