Pink Water In St. Charles Safe, But Could Stain Laundry: City

ST. CHARLES, IL — Some St. Charles residents must have thought they were still dreaming Friday morning when they saw pink and purple water pouring out of their faucets.

Officials said Friday afternoon that they received reports of discolored water from one area of the city, but did not specify where. Alicia Hiebert, who provided Patch with a photo of pink water that came out of her faucet, said she lives on the city’s west side.

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Water from fire hydrants in the area was clear when public works employees tested it, officials said, adding the discoloration is likely being caused by iron and other minerals that were stirred up by changes in water pressure.

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“We want to stress that the water is safe to use, but the discoloration could stain laundry,” St. Charles officials said Friday afternoon in a Facebook post.

Officials said the city will offer residents a free stain remover if their clothes are affected by the discolored water. Residents should run their faucets and hoses until the water is clear, officials said.

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When asked if she would use the pink water that city officials are saying is safe, Hiebert said, “Heck no I’m not going to use it!”

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