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Tap water contaminants

Contaminants in tap water, such as trihalomethanes, which can pose health risks and are not always effectively removed by standard treatment methods.

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Jan 10, 2026

Is filtered refridgerator water dangerous to drink? Is it the same as drinking tap water?

Filtered refrigerator water is not inherently dangerous and usually improves taste and reduces common chemical contaminants compared with unfiltered tap water, but it is not identical to tap water and...