Discolored water in Springhill area not harmful, MAWSS says

UPDATE: Mobile Area Water & Sewer System said it continues to flush hydrants in the area in an attempt to run discolored water out of the system. The utility said the water has been tested and is still safe to drink.

Customers who continue to see discolored water after flushing can call MAWSS at 251-694-3165.

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ORIGINAL STORY:

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Discolored water in the Springhill area is safe to drink, according to the Mobile Area Water & Sewer System.

The utility said it has received a number of calls about water having a yellow tinge in the McGregor Avenue/Old Shell Road area.

Failure of a pump led to air getting into the line, according to the utility. Crews were on the scene for the several hours and the problem is resolved, officials said.

This issue is unrelated to construction near Springhill and McGregor avenues, according to the utility.

MAWSS recommends that affected customers run the cold water tap for a short period of time to flush out the discolored water.

Customers who continue to see discolored water after flushing can call MAWSS at 251-694-3165.

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