Thursday, August 2, 2012

Harford County Monitoring Water Concerns

No health issues with using water

(Bel Air, MD) - - Over the last two days the Harford County Department of Public Works, Division of Water and Sewer has received numerous calls concerning cloudy or discolored water coming from the customer’s tap. The cause is manganese, a naturally occurring mineral that is present in water, soils, foods and the atmosphere. The source of the higher than normal levels in the County water system is likely the source water, Loch Raven Reservoir. The condition is temporary and the Division of Water and Sewer is taking steps to reduce the condition including enhanced chemical treatment and flushing of some mains. Read more...

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