New test results on Muncie, Indiana, drinking water MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — The Delaware County Health Department has released new test results from an independent laboratory, confirming Muncie’s drinking water is free of coliform bacteria and E. coli, and has acceptable chlorine levels. Th e announcement came amid ongoing concerns from residents regarding the smell and taste of the city’s water. The independent analysis was conducted after many residents reached out to I-Team 8, expressing dissatisfaction with the drinking water. The health department submitted water samples from two homes to the independent lab. The results aimed to address the public’s complaints about the water quality. State Rep. Sue Errington, a Democrat from Muncie, weighed in on the findings. She said the scope of the investigation was appropriate given the results. “I think what they’ve done is adequate. If they had found coliform or E. coli or other bacteria in the water, then they would have done more. But, I think what they’ve found is adequate.” Indiana American Water says it’s continuing to make adjustments to improve the smell and taste of the water. These efforts include performing a system flush. Errington advised that constituents should continue to speak out if the water situation does not improve. This story, created from a script aired on WISH-TV, was formatted for WISHTV.com using AI-assisted tools. Our editorial team reviews and edits all content published to ensure it meets our journalistic standards for accuracy and fairness. Lawmaker calls for reimbursement as Muncie water quality concerns grow Muncie water safe to drink despite ‘musty taste’, Indiana American Water says ...read more read less