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New Jersey American Water says salt levels may change taste as tap water is being monitored

We have a heads-up to customers of New Jersey American Water. The utility says the salt and brine used on roads and surfaces in the winter weather can wash into nearby waterways and the drinking water. New Jersey American Water says that despite the change in taste it does not pose a health concern for most people. In the meantime, the utility will continue to monitor conditions.
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