Texas
River Mysteriously Turns Reddish Orange
POSTED: 4:42 pm EST January 10, 2006
UPDATED: 6:29 pm EST January 10, 2006
Investigators in Dallas are trying to determine what has caused the
water in the Trinity River to turn reddish orange twice in one
week, according to a Local 6 News report.
Authorities said the colored water was first reported the day the
University of Texas played for the NCAA National Championship in
the Rose Bowl. However, officials cannot determine if the two
events are related, Local 6 News reported.
The orange water apparently came from treated sewage that was
dumped back into the Trinity River.
Officials at the Trinity River Authority said they are not sure how
it made it into the water supply.
The Environmental Agency in Texas has reassured nearby residents
that the drinking water is safe.
Investigators said contaminating water is illegal and they will
continue to search for the cause, according to the report.
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