Category: Water Safety

STAY HYDRATED ON FUN FALL ADVENTURES BY FILLING UP STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP

October 16, 2020

The water that flows from our faucets is clean, fresh and safe. From sourcing to treatment, our tap water is held to the highest standards – but unfortunately, some people still believe the misconception that bottled water is safer than tap water.  This Halloween season, don’t listen to scare tactics about tap water! We’re taking … More STAY HYDRATED ON FUN FALL ADVENTURES BY FILLING UP STRAIGHT FROM THE TAP

Re-opening Businesses Requires a Thorough Flush of the Pipes

June 23, 2020

As businesses in California begin to open again after several weeks of closure, there are many tasks that need to be accomplished in order to open to the public safely. One such crucial task is flushing all of the building’s water systems to ensure optimal safe water quality. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) website … More Re-opening Businesses Requires a Thorough Flush of the Pipes

Protecting Water Resources from Nonpoint Source Pollution

June 2, 2020

A massive part of our great state’s economy revolves around the agricultural industry. The state of California produces nearly half of the fruits, vegetables and nuts grown in the United States. California’s agriculture is responsible for billions of dollars in revenue each year; over 400 commodity crops are grown here, the top three being dairy, … More Protecting Water Resources from Nonpoint Source Pollution

Is Coronavirus COVID-19 In My Tap Water?

April 17, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps through the United States, Americans are concerned for their health. Following self-distancing orders and taking precautions when leaving the house has becoming the “new-normal.” While staying at home and minimizing contact with others can limit potential exposure, are there dangers in our own home that can spread Coronavirus, such as … More Is Coronavirus COVID-19 In My Tap Water?

Drinking Water Quality Standards in the United States

September 27, 2019

When you pour some cool tap water into a glass on a warm fall afternoon, enjoy a shower after a long day of work or throw a load of clothes in your washing machine, chances are that you are not thinking about the quality of your water. And that’s the goal. Teams of highly skilled … More Drinking Water Quality Standards in the United States

SAWPA’s Basin Monitoring Program Task Force Celebrates 15 Years of Success

August 31, 2019

When it comes to water news in Southern California, the drought dominated headlines for several years. But having enough water for everyone who lives and works here isn’t the only water concern we face. Our water needs to be clean, too. We expect that when we turn on our kitchen sinks, the water that flows … More SAWPA’s Basin Monitoring Program Task Force Celebrates 15 Years of Success

Proactive and Voluntary Water Quality Testing: Emerging Constituents Program Task Force

June 18, 2019

A task force encourages collaboration among multiple agencies to tackle challenges in a cooperative manner. The Santa Ana Watershed Project Association (SAWPA) facilitates several task forces in order to take on complex matters that are more effectively handled collectively. In 2008, SAWPA organized the Emerging Constituents Task Force in an effort to work with the … More Proactive and Voluntary Water Quality Testing: Emerging Constituents Program Task Force

Orange County Water District is Setting the Pace for New Water Monitoring Standards

May 29, 2019

In the Santa Ana River Watershed, water distributed to customers by water purveyors undergoes regular, rigorous testing to ensure it is meeting all state and federal standards. Up next in ensuring that water continues to meet these high standards set forth in the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Act is the … More Orange County Water District is Setting the Pace for New Water Monitoring Standards

Four Reasons to Fall in Love with Tap Water

February 22, 2019

Here at YourSoCalTapWater, we clearly love tap water, but we want you to love it too. Tap water can sometimes get a bad wrap. If you are thinking it, we have probably heard it. Why does tap water smells different? Is fluoride in tap water harmful? Isn’t bottled water safer to drink than tap water? … More Four Reasons to Fall in Love with Tap Water