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Suspicion of Manganese Causing Discoloration in Chester Water Supply


The Chester water commissioner, Robert Daley, has confirmed that the town’s drinking water supply is discolored due to suspected naturally occurring manganese contamination brought on by high temperatures and heavy rainfalls. The town tested the water on July 15 for manganese and will test again on July 22. Past occurrences of manganese contamination in Chester have been linked to high air and water temperatures, exacerbated by heavy rains.

A resident, Michael Stapleton, has complained that the drinking water from the town supply is discolored and smells bad, even after passing through a commercial filter. The EPA does not set mandatory limits for manganese in drinking water but recommends a maximum level of .03 milligrams per liter. Infants under 6 months should not consume water with manganese levels of .03 mg/l for more than 10 days a year.

If higher levels of manganese are found in the Chester water supply, the EPA recommends not boiling the water as it only concentrates the mineral. Contaminated water can be used for bathing, showering, or brushing teeth as manganese is poorly absorbed through the skin. Daley stated that the town is monitoring the water supply in collaboration with the state Department of Environmental Protection and will share results as they become available.

The town is taking necessary steps to address the issue and ensure the safety of the drinking water supply for its residents. As more information becomes available, updates will be provided on the town’s website.

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