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The Plain Talk Series - #53

Amber Wilson posted on 11/28/2016 2:23:00 AM

Today's question: Why do the ice cubes from my freezer used to cool my water make the water taste funny?

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The Plain Talk Series - #52

Amber Wilson posted on 10/31/2016 2:23:00 AM

Today's question: What is "hard" water?

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The Plain Talk Series - #51

Amber Wilson posted on 10/3/2016 2:17:00 AM

Today's question: What information should I look for in the water quality report from my supplier?

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The Plain Talk Series - #50

Amber Wilson posted on 8/11/2016 2:31:00 AM

Today's question: Do I need more water if I'm moving or traveling to a higher altitude?

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The Plain Talk Series - #49

Amber Wilson posted on 7/8/2016 7:16:00 AM

Today's question: If leaks are such a waste of water, why can't the water utility just fix all of them?

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The Plain Talk Series - #48

Amber Wilson posted on 6/10/2016 8:11:00 AM

Today's question: We had a conservation drive in our area and everyone cooperated. Then our water rates went up. Why?

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The Plain Talk Series - #46

Amber Wilson posted on 4/8/2016 3:24:00 AM

Today's question: Is bottled water regulated?

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The Plain Talk Series - #45

Amber Wilson posted on 3/11/2016 7:30:00 AM

Today's question: Which uses more water, a bath or a shower?

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The Plain Talk Series - #44

Amber Wilson posted on 2/11/2016 7:12:00 AM

Today's question: Before I replace my showerhead, how do I measure how fast my shower is using water?

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The Plain Talk Series - #43

Amber Wilson posted on 12/29/2015 2:53:00 AM

Today's question: Is water with chlorine in it safe to drink?

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