Different neighborhood association websites on Facebook have had posts from people asking why their fountain drinks at local restaurants have been tasting really bad.
Even major league baseball has been affected as the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankess have had to postpone games due to the heavy smoke conditions.
This incident actually took place back on October 26th, when "the water treatment plant experienced a brief operational period when pH adjusting chemicals were insufficient to adjust raw water chemistry." In reality, the situation sounds much worse than it is.
But, apparently, an offensive lineman for LSU could eat up to 6,000 calories per day. Of course, the diet will differ depending on the athlete and their position and physical requirements, but... 6,000 calories.... per day.