We've developed a series of messages to help water
utilities remind customers that tap water is safe,
economical and convenient. The messages can be used in a
variety of ways: as tag lines on stationery, on Consumer
Confidence Reports, on mailers ...
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Washington tap water is regulated by the federal
Safe Drinking Water Act. Frequent and thorough
testing is required to maintain the highest
standards.
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Every year, your water utility sends you a Consumer
Confidence Report—an annual report that explains the
quality of your water and its exact ingredients—so
that you know your water is safe.
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Your water is tested regularly for contaminants. If
harmful substances are found, your water utility is
required to tell you within 24 hours if water
quality standards are not met.
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Bottled water costs thousands of times more than tap
water.
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When you drink tap water from reusable glasses or
bottles, there’s nothing to throw away or recycle.
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Tap water is delicious and portable. Just fill your
reusable plastic or stainless steel container with
fresh, tasty tap water and go. You’ll save money and
help the environment.
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To keep you safe, some water utilities treat water
with chlorine. If you don’t like the taste, use a
home filter system (be sure to change the filters
frequently, according to the manufacturer’s schedule) or fill a
pitcher and put it in the refrigerator overnight.
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Choose bottled water during interruptions of service
or when you can’t get safe tap water. For all other
times, you can feel confident just turning on the
tap.
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Tap into goodness: drink pure Washington water.
