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Officials: North Saint Paul water ‘safe to drink’ as chlorination and flushing continue

City of North Saint Paul City Council Workshop · March 4, 2026
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Public Works staff said the city is maintaining chlorination in coordination with the Minnesota Department of Health, will flush about 600 hydrants when weather allows, and advised residents on steps to clear brown water.

Ron, a Public Works staff member, briefed the council on the city’s ongoing response to late-November water test issues: the city is continuing temporary chlorination and coordinating with the Minnesota Department of Health and WSB engineers while preparing for a full system flush.

"The water is safe to drink, safe to use," Ron said when asked to address resident concerns. He explained that staff initially flushed to distribute chlorine, saw good tests, noted one subsequent bad test that prompted…

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