Officials with Central Alabama Water say they are stopping the addition of fluoride, calling it an operational, safety, and financial decision.

They argue fluoride isn’t required by regulators and removing it reduces chemical risks, eliminates aging equipment costs, and saves hundreds of thousands per year.

But it will impact dental health, and it will eventually be overturned.

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.