Bottled Water

Bottled water has been in the news a lot lately, as people debate its costs, benefits and everything in between.

 

In our mobile world, many people turn to bottled water as a convenience. Others keep some on hand in case of emergencies or interruption in their water supplies. Some people say they prefer the taste of some types of bottled water.

 

However, some people believe bottled water is safer than the community water supply, just because it's in a bottle. That is not necessarily true.

 

In the vast majority of cases, both bottled water and tap water are safe, healthy choices. If your tap water meets all the regulations under the Safe Drinking Water Act, you can have a high degree of confidence in its safety. Bottled water is regulated through the FDA, and is required to meet the same high standards as tap water.

 

It's important to remember, though, that only tap water delivers public health protection, fire protection, support for the economy and the overall quality of life we enjoy. So as the conversation about bottled water and tap water continues, it's a good time to think about the importance of investing in those critical systems that keep our tap water service strong and reliable.

 

Your water utility can tell you what's in your tap water, and it's required to deliver a consumer confidence report to you each year.

 

The information provided in the links at the left can help you make an informed decision about your drinking water.