Oldham's water is safe to drink, says CEO Russ Rose. Discolored water is normal when the water district works on its system, but a recent uptick in reports of brown, red and yellow-colored water has left residents concerned. Rose discussed these concerns with the Era. The main cause: sediment composed of iron and manganese; both are safe to ingest.
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