It is best to avoid taking a shower in brown tap water until the discoloration clears completely. While an occasional light brown tint caused by harmless iron rust sediment is unlikely to cause immediate harm on unbroken skin, bathing in heavily discolored water can stain clothing, discolor porcelain tubs, dry out skin and hair, and potentially expose you to harmful bacteria or heavy metal particulates if the water is contaminated. Verification: Run your bathtub faucet for 5 to 10 minutes to check if the water turns clear before attempting to shower.
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