Breaking News: Hunter Water Addresses Taste and Odor Concerns in Water Supply Hunter Water, a leading water management authority, acknowledges the recent increase in MIB (Methyl-Isoborneol), a naturally occurring compound, within segments of its water distribution network. While MIB can impart an earthy or musty taste and odor to water, Hunter Water reassures the public that tap water remains safe to drink, with no adverse health effects associated with MIB exposure. Residents in areas served by Hunter Water, particularly in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens, may notice changes in taste or odor. However, the company anticipates that most affected areas will...
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