Cloudy (brownish) water is coming from the tap. What should I do?

Cloudy water may not look all that appetising, but it is not harmful to your health.

If your tap water is cloudy, it is best to keep the taps in your house closed for a while. In most cases, the cloudy water will disappear from the main pipes after 30 minutes. After that, let the tap run for a while until the water is clear again.

Cause of cloudy water

If the water flow in the water mains suddenly increases or changes, iron and manganese particles may become dislodged, causing the water to become cloudy and brown. This may happen as a result of works being carried out on the water mains, a sudden increase in water usage, or a broken pipe.

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