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Tests show high level of 'forever chemicals' in Montreal firefighter bunker gear
18 Nov 2024 | CBC
Tests conducted at Université de Montréal's environmental chemistry laboratory for Radio-Canada's Enquête revealed high levels of PFAS in the textiles that make up a firefighter's bunker gear, the clothing they wear when they respond to calls.
USGS estimates 20% of U.S. population relies on PFAS contaminated drinking water
16 Nov 2024 | OPB
About 800,000 Oregonians might rely on private or public well water contaminated by toxic chemicals called “forever chemicals,” or PFAS, according to a federal study.
Trump EPA Pick Seen Supporting PFAS Limits, Revising Water Rules
13 Nov 2024 | Bloomberg Law
If confirmed as EPA administrator, former Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) is expected to support PFAS drinking water standards and prioritize rolling back wetlands regulations.
PFAS may be contaminating drinking water for up to 27% of Americans – study
13 Nov 2024 | The Guardian
PFAS may be contaminating drinking water for people in the US who draw water from the nation’s aquifers via private or public wells, a new federal government study estimates.
Michigan’s PFAS drinking-water limits hang in balance of Supreme Court case
13 Nov 2024 | Bridge Michigan
The Michigan Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in a case that could make or break rules requiring water suppliers to filter cancer-causing “forever chemicals” out of customers’ drinking water.
Using personal care products during and after pregnancy can increase exposure to toxic chemicals
11 Nov 2024 | Brown University
An analysis by Brown University researchers found an association between the use of personal care products, such as hair spray and nail polish, and concentrations of PFAS in people who were pregnant or lactating.
US air force backpedals claim it is not responsible for PFAS cleanup in Arizona
11 Nov 2024 | The Guardian
The US air force has backpedaled on a claim that the supreme court’s recent reversal of the Chevron doctrine shields it against regulators’ orders to clean drinking water the military polluted in Tucson, Arizona.
Wisconsin Launches Clean Water Initiative in 86 Communities
8 Nov 2024 | Civic Media
The funding, provided through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program, will support projects such as replacing lead service lines and addressing contaminants like PFAS.
[YouTube Video] [PAST] NJ Solvay Settlement Public Information Session
7 Nov 2024
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hosted a public information session and open house on Thursday, November 7, 2024 to provide an overview of the state’s settlement and public-health protection work stemming from pollution caused by the Solvay Specialty Polymers facility in West Deptford.
Cannon Air Force Base to hold virtual PFAS update Tuesday
6 Nov 2024 | KFDA
According to a news release, the 27th Special Operations Wing will give an update on the PFAS release incident and remediation efforts with the USAF Civil Engineer Center.
US Drinking Water Could Change Dramatically Under Donald Trump
6 Nov 2024 | Newsweek
Drinking water in America could change under Donald Trump, after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advised him to remove fluoride from public water and amid questions over what Trump will do in regard to PFAS restrictions.
New PFAS testing method could make water testing more affordable, portable and accessible
6 Nov 2024 | Phys.org
A study demonstrates that a small, inexpensive device is feasible for identifying various PFAS families and detecting PFAS at levels as low as 400 ppt.
PFAS linked to gut health issues in young adults, new study finds
5 Nov 2024 | The Guardian
A new study links toxic PFAS “forever chemical” exposure in young adults to reduced gut health, which researchers suspect is a driver of kidney disease later in life.
Hershey class action alleges wrappers contain PFAS
5 Nov 2024 | Top Class Actions
Plaintiff Jonathan Parish filed the class action complaint against The Hershey Company on Oct. 29 in a Pennsylvania federal court, alleging violations of state and federal consumer laws.
Indiana will no longer dispose of firefighting foam with harmful PFAS
4 Nov 2024 | WNIN
A state program meant to protect firefighters from harmful PFAS in firefighting foam is ending. Indiana will no longer collect and dispose of the foam after Dec. 30.