USA - Asheboro Notifies Residents of Over-Fluoridation of Water
Asheboro Notifies Residents of Over-Fluoridation of Water
Staff Writer
4:53 PM EDT, June 29, 2010
ASHEBORO, N.C. - A malfunction in the fluoride distribution system of the city's water treatment plant Tuesday morning resulted in an over-release of the chemical into the city's water supply, according to a news release from the city.
Between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., approximately 60 gallons of fluoride were dispersed into the water system. That same quantity was supposed to be released over a 24-hour period.
According to the city, affected water lines and hydrants were flushed and the fluoride levels in the city's water system returned to the normal range by 4 p.m.
Staff Writer
4:53 PM EDT, June 29, 2010
ASHEBORO, N.C. - A malfunction in the fluoride distribution system of the city's water treatment plant Tuesday morning resulted in an over-release of the chemical into the city's water supply, according to a news release from the city.
Between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., approximately 60 gallons of fluoride were dispersed into the water system. That same quantity was supposed to be released over a 24-hour period.
According to the city, affected water lines and hydrants were flushed and the fluoride levels in the city's water system returned to the normal range by 4 p.m.
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