High chlorine levels reported in N. Fargo home

North Fargo residents have been asked to monitor their water for unusual smells, appearance or taste… after isolated reports of high chlorine levels in a home on Thursday afternoon.

Officials say the chlorine content in the home was not high enough to be harmful to residents … or damaging to clothing.

The area affected is north of County Road 20 and near University Dr. N.

Fargo city staff say the cause is a new water main under construction. It contained residual chlorine and was opened to the surrounding water mains.

City staff flushed fire hydrants … and tested chlorine concentrations in the water… to ensure that the system returns to normal.

Residents are asked to flush water through sinks or showers in their homes if they notice any chlorine smell, coloration in the water, or unusual taste.