It means there is some sediment that has been stirred up. Don't run your hot water until your cold water runs clear, or you will suck that sediment into your hot water tank.
it's still a good idea not to drink for a short period after.
https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste/water/discolouredFAQ.stm#1
>We recommend that you do not use discoloured water for any purposes that require clean water, such as for drinking, preparing food and beverages, or laundry.
https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste/water/discolouredFAQ.stm#:~:text=Discoloured%20water%20can%20result%20from,is%20not%20unique%20to%20Winnipeg.
Yeah, generally running the tap on cold for a few minutes will rectify. But nothing to be alarmed about.
Thanks so much. This is really helpful and I think I just stick with water bottle for a short while
It means there is some sediment that has been stirred up. Don't run your hot water until your cold water runs clear, or you will suck that sediment into your hot water tank.
it's still a good idea not to drink for a short period after. https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste/water/discolouredFAQ.stm#1 >We recommend that you do not use discoloured water for any purposes that require clean water, such as for drinking, preparing food and beverages, or laundry.
Yes. Don't use the discoloured water. Wait until the water runs clear from your tap.