What is still water and why is it so bad?
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), water left to stagnate can become a breeding ground for harmful pathogens, including Legionella. Understanding what is still water, and the difference between safe drinking water and dangerous, stagnant sources, is key to protecting your health.