CLIFF NOTES A USGS study found PFAS in 45% of US tap water. The study tested water from 716 locations between 2016 and 2021. PFAS are man-made chemicals that don’t break down naturally. These chemicals are linked to cancer, birth issues, and other health risks. Over 99% of Americans have PFAS in their blood, according … Read more
For millions of Americans, turning on the tap is an everyday action that requires little thought. But a new report from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) raises serious concerns about what’s flowing from those taps. The findings reveal that harmful contaminants—including “forever chemicals,” heavy metals, and radioactive substances—are present in water systems across the country, … Read more
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