Sallisaw water is safe to drink

If you’ve turned on your faucet and noticed the water is a bit discolored, Sallisaw city officials say don’t worry — “our water is safe for consumption.”

The city is having issues with Manganese in its treated water system. Manganese is a mineral that can affect the color of water. Water temperature and weather changes can be contributing factors causing this issue.

City officials assure customers that city water is safe to drink, and that the city is “working on adjustments at our tre...