Missouri water districts exceed federal limits for PFAS contamination

By Steve Grant | KY3 | March 27, 2026

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"At least five Missouri water districts reported PFAS levels above federal limits, according to Environmental Protection Agency data. One Missouri city has contamination levels nearly three times the federal limit.

PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are known as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment. The chemicals are found in hundreds of household items, including cookware, carpeting, clothing, cosmetics, electronics, and packaging. PFAS are also used in firefighting foam on military bases.

KY3’s Steve Grant and The Beacon-Kansas City reporter Meg Cunningham discuss the latest findings. Check out Meg Cunningham’s reporting by clicking here."

Location:

• North AmericaUS
• North AmericaUSMissouri

Topics:

• ChemicalsPFAS
• Environment
• Wildlife
• Remediation
• Filtration
• ImpactDrinking water
• ImpactDrinking waterPrivate wells
• Health
• PFAS Uses