But Stevens, a lifelong village resident, witnessed her neighbors becoming wary of the water system as they learned that lead — which can pose a significant health hazard — had been detected in pipes in several homes. "It created this huge distrust inside of the community," she said. The lead problem came on the heels of the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, and erupted into a national story, leading some to question whether Sebring would become Ohio's version of Flint. Some drinking water fountains were turned off and schools were closed for several days. Children were tested for lead poisoning. Residents opted for bottled water. And the village's water superintendent faced criminal charges for knowing and not notifying residents about the lead issue in a timely manner.