Environmental groups call for PFAS testing in drinking water


Environmental groups call for PFAS testing in drinking water


RHINELANDER, WI (WSAU-WXPR) – A group of 34 environmental and public health organizations is calling for the state to require public drinking water systems to test for PFAS.

PFAS are so-called “forever chemicals” linked to health risks, including cancer.

High levels of PFAS contamination were found in two Rhinelander wells last year, as well as in other water systems statewide. But there’s no mandate to test for them....
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Ken Notes: I love and support many of these groups, but one more time - We need to focus on a treatment solution for PFAS that is cost effective....

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