NYC DEP Service Advisory

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		What is Discolored Water? Discolored water is only an aesthetic problem, and is caused when changes in system pressure stir up sediment in the City’s pipes.


		Is It Safe To Drink? Yes, discolored water is safe to drink, but residents who are experiencing discolored water coming from the faucet should let the sediment settle before drinking.


		What Should I do? Residents should not be alarmed, but are encouraged to report these conditions via the City’s non-emergency help line at 3-1-1 so that DEP can identify and resolve any problems and efficiently restore the system to normal.

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