If something is wrong with the water, will it be cloudy or change color?
Water will not usually change color if something is wrong. Slight color changes usually do not indicate a serious water problem. For example, a color change could result from minute quantities of iron in your water. This can occur immediately following a flushing of the distribution system. Sometimes dissolved air escaping from the water will cause bubbles that make water look cloudy. In either case, nothing is wrong with the water quality. Both are safe to drink.

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1. How do I find out if my water is okay?
2. How will I be informed if something is wrong with my water?
3. If something is wrong with the water, will it be cloudy or change color?
4. If my water is contaminated, will it taste or smell differently?
5. Should I buy bottled water?
6. How much water should I store for emergencies?
7. Should I start filling up jugs of water now?
8. What if my drinking water comes from my own water well?
9. How can I help keep water safe?
10. What should I do if something is wrong with my water?