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Brown tap water: St. Helena to reveal action plan Tuesday
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points A report about the city's tap water problems was released in September 2025, and since then, a civil grand jury report has criticized the city. Further details about the action plan and the city's response to the issue are expected to be announced on Tuesday.
Residents are still dealing with brown water in their homes, a problem that has persisted for over a year. The issue affects bathtubs, toilets, and sinks. A report about the city's tap water problems was released in September 2025, and since then, a civil grand jury report has criticized the city.
The civil grand jury report specifically mentioned deferred maintenance and rate hikes as issues. Residents continue to struggle with the brown water, and a plan to address the problem is expected to be revealed soon.
Further details about the action plan and the city's response to the issue are expected to be announced on Tuesday. For more information, residents can refer to the original report and upcoming updates.
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Published: September 3, 2026 ·
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