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If you’ve noticed a strange taste or smell coming from your tap water in Kansas City recently, you’re not alone. Many residents have reported unusual changes in the water, but there’s no need to panic—KC Water assures that the water remains safe to drink.
According to KC Water, the alterations in the water’s taste and odor are linked to heavy rainfall north of the city. The rains caused increased runoff into the Missouri River, the primary source of the city’s water. This runoff changes the composition of the river, which is responsible for the odd sensory experience some residents are noticing. Thankfully, KC Water staff are closely monitoring the situation and have already adjusted their water treatment processes to handle the changes in the river’s quality…