Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Texas residents learn their water is contaminated

July 25, 2007 - Residents got a letter stating the "water being supplied to customers had exceeded the maximum contaminant level."

This means the combination of chemicals and chlorine in the drinking water is causing high levels of acids, which could cause "an increased risk of getting cancer."

The Texas Commission of Environmental Quality says the letter they sent out is standard. But because Edcouch has had water problems before, TCEQ is asking the people who live here to be vigilant.

A report was also sent with the letter. It tells residents the people most likely affected by the water would be the elderly and young children, who have weak immune systems.

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