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08/02/2025

City of KM issues water update
By Loretta Cozart

In a recent public statement, Dustin Vaughn, Chief Operator of the Kings Mountain Water Treatment Plant, addressed growing concerns and misinformation about the safety of the town’s water supply. Vaughn reassured residents that the water is 100% safe to drink, emphasizing that he and his own family consume it daily.
The taste and odor issues currently affecting the water are due to algae blooms in the lake, specifically compounds known as MIB and geosmin. These naturally occurring substances are harmless to humans and have no known side effects. Weekly testing by Charlotte Labs and the Division of Water Resources has confirmed the presence of these compounds, which are released when algae cells break down during the treatment process.
Vaughn reported significant progress: levels of the compounds dropped from 620 ppb on July 15th to 72 ppb by July 29th, nearing the detection threshold of 50 ppb, meaning most residents should no longer notice any taste or odor.
He encouraged anyone still experiencing issues to contact the water plant directly via the city website or phone number provided in the video.
To view the recorded statement, visit:

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