Some Myrtle Beach city residents claim they’ve noticed something unusual coming out of their faucets alongside water: a black sludge.
According to city spokesperson Meredith Denari, there should be “no concern,” and it’s not a water quality issue.
“The ‘black sludge’ is a naturally occurring mineral in ground and surface water called manganese,” she wrote via email when asked about it. “Manganese can sometimes oxidize and leave a dark stain or buildup on surfaces. It’s common across the United States and does not reflect any sort of water quality issue. It’s more cosmetic.”…