We’ve all heard scary headlines about tap water safety, like those dealing with the Flint Water Crisis. Now, the City of Manhattan hopes you can help it prevent lead contamination in the local drinking water. The Environmental Protection Agency sets limits on contaminants in drinking water and is cracking down on communities to make sure their water lines are safe. As the City of Manhattan works to assess their underground system of water lines, it’s asking residents to help by filling out an online survey about what kind of pipes are in their own homes.
Source: KSNT 27 News