Flint Michigan kids' high lead levels prompts state of emergency

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Almost immediately, residents started complaining about the urine-colored water, saying it tasted and smelled awful. Then there were the health concerns residents noted, like hair falling out. At first, city and state officials denied there was a problem with the water, saying it was safe.