Epa Attacks Forever Chemicals, Emerging Contaminants In Water

Where have forever chemicals been detected in Louisiana? See EPA data on drinking water

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is nearing the end of its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) testing initiative, revealing areas where contamination was found in drinking water ... Read More

'Forever chemicals in NY water': See EPA's latest list of contaminated locations

More than 3.5 million New Yorkers are served by water systems that have detected so-called forever chemicals that raise concerns about environmental and human health risks. Newly reported water test ... Read More

'Forever chemicals' found in Maryland water, EPA map shows

If you drink tap water out of a filtered pitcher, it is important to make sure you're using the right type of filter depending on your local contaminants, which in some cases, might be more serious ... Read More

'Forever chemicals' present in Kentucky water, EPA data show. Where PFAS levels are highest

PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are long-lasting chemicals that break down slowly and have been linked to harmful health effects. The EPA has set legal limits for six PFAS in drinking water, ... Read More

'Forever chemicals' found in Oregon water, EPA data shows. 7 Oregon systems over limit

A newly regulated chemical found in drinking water across the U.S. has been detected in several Oregon public water systems. Dubbed "forever chemicals" PFAS have been linked to certain types of cancer ... Read More

Researchers uncover the source of widespread 'forever chemical' contamination in North Carolina

An environmental chemistry laboratory at Duke University has solved a longstanding mystery of the origin of high levels of PFAS—so-called "forever chemicals"—contaminating water sources in the ... Read More

PFAS water treatment has double benefits, cutting toxic 'forever chemicals' and carcinogens

Advanced systems for removing the toxic "forever chemicals" known as PFAS from drinking water can deliver far greater health benefits than previously thought. They also slash levels of other harmful ... Read More

'Forever chemicals' detected in Savannah River, while national drinking water rules crumble

The nonprofit Savannah Riverkeeper has tested nearly 30 soil and surface water samples in the Savannah River basin over the past two years—all of which were contaminated with PFAS. “I don't have a ... Read More

'Forever chemicals' present in Illinois water, EPA data show. See where PFAS levels are highest

Have you ever wondered what chemicals are in your town's drinking water? Unfortunately, some Illinois areas may not like the answer. USA TODAY published a map of public drinking water systems that ... Read More