Chloramines

Overview

In order to maintain quality water, the Maui Department of Water Supply uses chloramines as a disinfectant in the Upper Kula system. Chloramines are a combination of chlorine and a small amount of ammonia.
Read our FAQs to commonly asked questions about chloramines and why we use chloramines for Upper Kula.

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Who can I call if I have questions about the quality of my drinking water?
Call the Maui Department of Water Supply laboratory at (808) 270-7550.
Please view the Water Quality Report for Upper Kula for more information and details on the amount of THMs in the area's water system.

  1. Are chloramines new?
  2. Why does the Maui DWS use chloramines in the Upper Kula system?
  3. What are trihalomethanes (THMs)?
  4. Are chloramines safe?
  5. Why do kidney dialysis patients have to take special precautions?
  6. Do medical centers, hospitals, and clinics that perform kidney dialysis know about chloramines?
  7. What should people with home dialysis machines do to remove chloramines?
  8. Are other areas of Maui County affected by chloramines?
  9. If chloramines are toxic, won't they harm people and pets?
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