Oh that smell: St. John's tap water may be a little 'musty'

The City of St. John's released a public service announcement Wednesday saying residents may experience an "earthy" or "musty" scent and taste in their drinking water.

According to the city, the odour and taste arenot uncommon this time of year due to trace levels of naturally occurring organic substances produced by plants and algae in the water reservoirs.

The city said the water is still safe to drink and has suggested that residents add lemon to the water to counter the taste.

The city said it does not know how long the issue will continue, but saidin the past ithas lastedtwo to four weeks.

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