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Baltimore Reduces Fluoride in Water Amid Supply Issues

4/14/2026

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The Baltimore City Department of Public Works will temporarily reduce fluoride in municipal water from 0.7 mg/L to 0.4 mg/L at Ashburton and Montebello due to supply disruptions.
Drinking water will remain safe and meet all federal and state standards.
The adjustment is based solely on supply availability, per DPW Director Matthew Garbark.
Fluoride is added to prevent tooth decay without a federal requirement for its use.

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The Baltimore City Department of Public Works will temporarily reduce fluoride in municipal water from 0.7 mg/L to 0.4 mg/L at Ashburton and Montebello due to supply disruptions.
Drinking water will remain safe and meet all federal and state standards.
The adjustment is based solely on supply availability, per DPW Director Matthew Garbark.
Fluoride is added to prevent tooth decay without a federal requirement for its use.