{"id":399657,"date":"2026-09-14T18:12:10","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T18:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/399657\/"},"modified":"2026-09-14T18:12:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T18:12:10","slug":"tampa-water-disinfection-change-begins-what-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/399657\/","title":{"rendered":"Tampa water disinfection change begins: What to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Tampa \"Tampa <\/p>\n

TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa <\/a>Water Department is starting a temporary water disinfection process on Monday.<\/p>\n

Tampa water treatment shift <\/p>\n

What we know:<\/p>\n

The Tampa Water Department is temporarily changing its water disinfection process by using chlorine, instead of monochloramine, which is a mix of chlorine and ammonia.<\/p>\n

The temporary water treatment will be happening from Monday through Oct. 5.<\/p>\n

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While the change is in effect, customers might notice a change in the taste or smell of their drinking water, but the water department says it’s still safe to drink and use.<\/p>\n

Officials explained that this is a routine treatment process used to maintain water quality throughout water mains and lines.<\/p>\n

Chlorine smell water tips <\/p>\n

What you can do:<\/p>\n

If you’re sensitive to chlorine, the water department says there are a few ways to minimize any potential changes in the smell or taste of your water.<\/p>\n

Officials suggest running the tap for a few minutes before using the water, filling a pitcher and letting it sit for several hours to allow residual chlorine to dissipate, or using a carbon filter on faucets and showerheads.<\/p>\n

You can contact City of Tampa Utilities for more information about the temporary water treatment change.<\/p>\n

The Source: The information in this story was gathered from information provided by the Tampa Water Department.<\/p>\n

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