consumer safety

URGENT: Boil Water Alert for Residents in Washington, D.C.

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Alert Boil Water Notice in Washington, D.C. with a steaming pot in the foreground.

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) issued a Boil Water Advisory today after a 20-inch water main broke in Upper Northwest D.C. on Wednesday, May 8, affecting water pressure for 4,800 customers. DC Water considers this advisory a precaution for customers in the impacted area due to water of unknown quality … Read more

P&G Recall 8 Million Tide Pods For Child Safety

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A heap of colorful laundry pods with the words "TOTAL RECALL" superimposed in large, bold text.

In a significant move to ensure consumer safety, Procter & Gamble has issued a recall for 8.2 million laundry pod bags. This recall, announced by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), addresses concerns about the packaging’s vulnerability which poses a serious risk to children and other vulnerable groups. Safety and Injury Reports The … Read more