Residents Treated to Eau de Missouri River in Their Faucets
It all started when residents took to Reddit—naturally, the arbiter of municipal grievances—to complain about their tap water reeking of… well, something indescribably foul. One Redditor claimed that KC Water blamed a “new chemical” added to the water treatment process for the odor and promised it would vanish in a few days. But wait! According to KC Water spokesperson Jackson Overstreet, no such chemical exists, except perhaps in the fertile imaginations of internet users.
Instead, Overstreet explained, the smell can be chalked up to seasonal changes in the Missouri River, which apparently decided to gift Kansas City with its signature “musty, muddy bouquet.” As temperatures shift and silt mingles with organic matter, the river—the city’s primary water source—turns into a liquid terrarium, contributing to a slightly greenish tint and what Overstreet diplomatically referred to as “earthy” odors.
“Totally harmless,” KC Water reassured, likely while suppressing a chuckle. The odor, they claim, is merely aesthetic, varying depending on your personal olfactory sensitivity. In other words, if your water smells like a wet basement, maybe it’s just you.
But don’t worry, Northlanders! This rustic fragrance is only temporary. It could dissipate in a few days or possibly hang around for a few weeks—kind of like that guest who promises to leave “soon” but keeps finding reasons to stick around.
For those concerned about water quality, Overstreet emphasized that KC Water continuously monitors and tests the water to meet all safety standards. So while your tap water might smell like a swamp’s greatest hits, it’s perfectly fine to drink. Bottoms up!
So, relax. Your water isn’t broken; it’s just embracing its natural, river-inspired aroma. Think of it as a free, city-wide scent immersion experience. Who needs bottled water when you’ve got Eau de Missouri flowing straight from the tap?
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