‘I can’t drink the water’: Life next to a US data centre

Residents in a rural area of Georgia are reporting significant and ongoing issues with their local water supply, attributing these disruptions to a large data center recently established in their vicinity. Concerns are mounting among local households regarding the potability and overall quality of their tap water. Many residents claim that since the data center commenced operations, their water has become unsuitable for drinking, exhibiting changes in taste, odor, and even sediment content. The widespread nature of these water quality concerns is compelling families to seek alternative sources for their daily water needs, adding an unexpected burden to community life.