Drinking water in the U.S. is widely contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’ far worse than previously estimated, according to a new environmental watchdog report. The man-made chemicals, resistant to breaking down, are linked to cancers and liver damage
WASHINGTON - The contamination of U.S. drinking water with man-made “forever chemicals” is far worse than previously estimated with some of the highest levels found in Miami, Philadelphia and New Orleans, said a report on Wednesday by an environmental watchdog group.
The chemicals were used in products like Teflon and Scotchguard and in firefighting foam. Some are used in a variety of other products and industrial processes, and their replacements also pose risks. In 34 places where EWG’s tests found PFAS, contamination had not been publicly reported by the EPA or state environmental agencies.
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