Taste and odor issue

Update – December 30:
Spartanburg Water has received ongoing questions and concerns regarding recent changes in the taste and odor of your drinking water. We understand how noticeable and unpleasant this can be, and we want you to know that our team is taking this issue very seriously.
Our operators and water quality professionals are working around the clock, using our Advanced Oxidation System and additional treatment methods to address elevated levels of MIB, a naturally occurring compound associated with algae, in our drinking water reservoirs. At this time, MIB levels in the reservoirs are higher than we have seen in recent years.
While we continue to investigate the cause of these elevated levels, we want to clearly reassure our customers: your drinking water remains safe and meets all regulatory standards.
Because treated water must move through hundreds of miles of pipes before reaching customers, we cannot provide a firm timeline for when the musty taste and odor will fully dissipate. However, we anticipate improvement as water continues to move through the distribution system.
Spartanburg Water is committed to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality drinking water. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we thank you for trusting our team as we work diligently to address this issue.

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