All water providers under the Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority will be undergoing a flushing of the ammonia-based system using chlorine; the above is where the city will be flushing today. Chloramines, a more stable mixture of chlorine and ammonia than chlorine alone, are the disinfectant used in the water treatment process to reduce the level of byproducts to meet federal Environmental Protection Agency requirements. State guidelines recommend water systems annually use chlorine, a stronger disinfectant, for at least a four-week period to keep the lines free of harmful bacteria. Water customers may temporarily notice a slight taste or smell of chlorine in the tap water. This is normal and poses no health risk. The water will continue to meet state and federal guidelines. For more information about the chlorine flush, contact the city of Kinstonat 252-939-3282.
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