ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - State leaders in Illinois have announced water quality testing being done this week in Bethalto -- after First Alert 4 voiced residents’ concerns over brown water coming out of showers, taps and toilets across the small village.

On Thursday, Illinois Senator Harris and Rep. Elik said they have met with the Village leaders, and contacted the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), requesting information and “action” from them about the water quality concerns.

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