July 16, 2025 – Milky or cloudy tap water—often described as hazy, soapy, or foamy—is usually caused by harmless air bubbles, not dangerous contaminants. This common occurrence, known as aeration, happens when air becomes trapped in the water supply and forms tiny bubbles that give the water a white or cloudy appearance. KSST has received some questions about water quality, especially in Precinct 4. Recent repairs to large diameter water lines have trapped air in the system. Aeration can occur for several reasons, including pumping from wells, routine plumbing repairs, or temperature...