Is the fluoride and chlorine in my drinking water safe?
Yes. When added to water or naturally present in the correct amounts fluoride in drinking water has greatly improved the dental health of American consumers. Many tests have shown that the amount of chlorine found in treated water is safe to drink, although some people object to the taste.

Note: even in the correct amounts, fluoride or the disinfectant chlorine in drinking water makes the water unsuitable for use in kidney dialysis machines or aquariums.

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1. What is done to ensure the water is safe to drink?
2. Is the fluoride and chlorine in my drinking water safe?
3. Can I tell if my drinking water is safe just by looking at it, smelling it, or tasting it?
4. What causes occasional taste and odor changes in the water?
5. What causes the rusty color in my water?