Hoosiers Flush Brown Water, Await Infrastructure Fix
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Small towns in Indiana, such as Lapel and Alexandria, are grappling with contaminated tap water, a result of aging infrastructure and limited budgets. Residents have been dealing with brown and blood-red water for months, with no clear solutions in sight. Town officials have proposed utility bill hikes to fund repairs, but these proposals have been met with resistance. Families are left to fend for themselves, stocking up on bottled water and seeking alternative sources. State programs offer low-interest loans, but funding is scarce, with only a fraction of requested funds allocated last year. Until more resources are allocated and leaders take action, these communities will continue to face water quality issues.
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