Smelly water may be annoying, but Akron, Tallmadge officials assure residents it is safe

Noticing a strange metallic or musty taste or smell with your water?

It’s not just you. An unpleasant pong has been noticed in the water in some communities, including Tallmadge and parts of Akron. Area officials want to make one thing clear: while the taste and smell may be a little off-putting, the water is safe to use.

“Though noticeable, especially in hot water, the water is safe to drink, cook with, and use for bathing and pets,” the city of Tallmadge stated in a July 23 social media post…

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