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The water heroes we need

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/30/2019 1:20:00 PM

The next generation is developing valuable ways to protect source water throughout the world.

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Stay ahead of natural disasters

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/23/2019 12:13:00 PM

Be assured that water utilities work hard to ensure the safety and delivery of water, especially during natural disasters and emergencies.

| Categories: | Tags: risk and resilience, prepare, natural disaster, weather, drinking water, emergency, safe drinking water act, preparedness | View Count: (1974) |

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Private well users should learn about arsenic

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/10/2019 1:21:00 PM

A recently released study reported that young adults with low-to-moderate levels of exposure to arsenic over five years developed heart damage.

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Don't wreck rec season

Dave Gaylinn posted on 5/3/2019 7:45:00 AM

It’s important you know the rules of your favorite watering hole.

| Categories: | Tags: recreation, boating, fishing, rules, aquatic nuisance species, ANS, water quality, infrastructure, swimming | View Count: (1266) |

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Tap water is for drinking, not inhaling

Amber Wilson posted on 12/7/2018 10:40:00 AM

A tragic event in Seattle is a reminder that tap water is not intended to be inhaled through the nose, even if it is run through home treatment devices.

| Categories: | Tags: tap water, home treatment devices, ameba, Balamuthia mandrillaris, Naegleria fowleri, CDC, neti pot | View Count: (3873) |

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From river to tap - understanding water treatment

Amber Wilson posted on 7/2/2018 9:43:00 AM

We were sent a great video that illustrates the process of turning source water into drinkable water.

| Categories: | Tags: KC Water, Kansas City, water treatment process, video, water treatment | View Count: (1963) |

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The “raw” truth about your water

Amber Wilson posted on 1/8/2018 4:12:00 PM

Here at DrinkTap.org, we like to remind readers to make informed decisions when it comes to drinking water.

| Categories: | Tags: raw water, water treatment, EPA, well water, consumer confidence report, water contamination | View Count: (4421) |

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The Water Landmark Series - #1

Amber Wilson posted on 7/21/2017 9:15:00 AM

We are launching a new blog series about AWWA's Water Landmark Award winners!

| Categories: | Tags: Water Landmark Award, Ann Arbor, Michigan, City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Plant, water treatment plant, history, Water Landmark Series, water landmark | View Count: (2351) |

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Brain-eating amoeba in two Louisiana water systems

Amber Wilson posted on 6/30/2017 3:08:00 AM

The media is reporting that brain-eating amoeba, also known as Naegleria fowleri, was discovered in two water systems in Louisiana.

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Be informed about your tap water quality

Amber Wilson posted on 2/14/2017 3:45:00 AM

A clever and perhaps misleading Pur water filters TV campaign puts a fine point on the importance of being informed about your tap water quality.

| Categories: | Tags: Pur, water filters, home treatment devices, lead, consumer confidence report, NSF International | View Count: (3266) |