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Grand Prairie warns residents north of I-20 to not drink city water supply

Grand Prairie warned residents north of Interstate 20 to avoid using the city’s water for uses other than flushing due to the presence of a foaming agent in the water.
According to a 9 p.m. Thursday post to the city’s Facebook page, a foaming agent was detected in the city’s water supply and crews are investigating the issue and working to isolate the affected area. The city advised residents who live north of I-20 to avoid using water for uses other than flushing.
The city did not specify the type of foam found in the water.
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Late Tuesday, Grand Prairie ISD announced on social media that campuses would be closed Wednesday “out of an abundance of caution” because of the water issue.
“All morning extracurricular activities are cancelled as well,” the district said in post on Facebook. “We will resume our regular schedule on Thursday.”
According to KnowYouH20.com, foaming agents can cause water to have a bitter and oily taste and can also cause water to have an odor and appear cloudy. High dosages can cause gastrointestinal issues if ingested.
Bottled water is being distributed in front of City Hall, 300 W. Main Street, the city said Tuesday night on social media, and will be distributed at other locations, which can be found on the city’s website, gptx.org. Residents with questions are encouraged to call 972-237-8400.

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