Smartphone rapid test detects microbiologically contaminated water in less than a minute

Worldwide, billions of people rely on water sources whose hygienic quality is unclear or difficult to monitor. Conventional ...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Anyone on a public water system can check if their water passed its safety test. Here's how.

Making coffee, taking a shower or brushing your teeth — these are just a few times during the day when you use your home's water. How do you know if it's safe? Public water systems in both Wisconsin ...
Houston Chronicle

Are your water service lines made of 'unknown' materials? How to know if you have lead in your water

More than half a million Houston-area residents were due letters this month to warn them that their drinking water might be leaching lead from old service lines. An Environmental Protection Agency ...
WXIX-TV

Is the Ohio River water safe? How officials test, determine water quality

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - More than 1 million people in the Tri-State get their tap water from the Ohio River. In addition to drinking water, the river is used for recreation too. But is that water safe?
Grist

Lead pipes are everywhere in Chicago. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Chicago residents risk daily lead exposure from toxic lead service lines, the underground pipes that connect buildings to the city’s water supply. The city has the most lead service lines in the ...
AOL

This Plumbing Hack Lets You Test Your Water Pressure Without a Gauge

Wonky water pressure is always frustrating. Whether your shower head is trickling or firing at you more aggressively than the one in the gym locker room, it's a huge pain. Checking your water pressure ...