FILE: A photo of a faucet. 

The California Water Service is advising Stockton residents that the city’s tap water is safe to drink, despite the water emitting a foul smell that some describe as reeking of sewage.

On Wednesday, Cal Water said in a statement that Stockton’s tap water met all water quality standards and was safe to consume. The agency said that the noticeable odor was a result of a recent change in the water source. 

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Residents were alarmed by the foul odor coming from home faucets earlier this week when dozens took to social media to discuss the issue, while others........

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