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No health hazards are being caused by the brown water residents are seeing from their faucets in their homes in southwest Dearborn on Thursday (July 12). The water is safe, but aesthetically unappealing. There is no lead in the discolored water. 

Residents are advised to flush their home’s water system by turning on the faucet in the lowest level of their house for 20-30 minutes. If the water does not clear after 30 minutes, they should call Water Department at 313- 943-2307 (until 4:30 p.m.). After 4:30 p.m., the number to call is 943-2100.  

The City of Dearborn is flushing fire hydrants to address the situation, which is related to the construction project on Oakwood Boulevard. It is expected to be resolved by 8 p.m. (July 12).

The discoloration is caused by sediments that have been disturbed through the planned rerouting of the water flow as part of the construction project. The brown color is due to iron and calcium deposits in water pipes that are being dislodged because of a change in direction of the water flow in the pipes.

It is impacting homes from between Michigan Avenue and Dartmouth and from the Southfield Freeway to Grindley Park on the west.
Because clothes and linens could become discolored, residents are advised not to do laundry until the water in their house runs clear. Laundry products such as “Iron Out” can address materials already affected by discolored water.
 

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