Yuma County residents complain about hard water taste

KTAR News: Water Watch

Yuma County residents complain about hard water taste

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Published on Oct 28, 2025, 1:08:21 PM
Total time: 00:01:27

Episode Description

ASU's Arizona Water for All had researchers go door to door in Yuma County to talk about issues community members might be having with their water. Testing and interviews found residents had hard water with high levels of minerals. Research scientist on the project Patrick Thompson said high mineral content doesn't make water unsafe to drink, but it can impact the taste. 

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