Summary
About half a million people in New York received guidance to add ice or lemon to their water, which has recently had a strange smell and taste. The Erie County Water Authority (ECWA) assured people that despite the odd odor, the water is safe to drink, but residents remain concerned and some are using bottled water.
Key Facts
- Nearly 500,000 people in New York are affected by the water issue.
- The water has a "moldy" taste and smell that worries residents.
- ECWA confirmed the change in odor and taste is harmless and poses no health risk.
- The authority suggests chilling the water or adding lemon to improve taste.
- Some people are buying bottled water due to dissatisfaction with the situation.
- ECWA says dry, hot weather might be influencing the unusual water conditions.
- Further water testing will continue to address the issue.
- The taste and smell may return to normal as temperatures cool down.
