Texas farmers say sewage-based fertilizer tainted with ‘forever chemicals’ poisoned their land and killed their livestock
The fertilizer was promoted as an environmental win-win for years. An untold number of farmers and ranchers across Texas have ...
Body found by kayaker in Lady Bird Lake, police investigating
The Austin Police Department said it was investigating a deceased person found in Lady Bird Lake. According to police, the ...
Fragrances may seem harmless. But the research is raising alarm.
Scientists have linked a group of chemicals used in fragrances to numerous adverse health outcomes, including insulin ...
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New PFAS testing method created
Researchers have discovered a new way to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. This marks an important step forward in creating testing devices that are simpler, more cost ...
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PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ found in South Florida rain, study says
A recent study by Florida International University found 21 types of PFAS “forever chemicals” in South Florida’s rainwater. The evidence in the study suggests that some of the PFAS that end ...
Water activists 'concerned' but will keep fighting 'forever chemicals' as Trump returns
New EPA data re-enforce the need for urgency among activists as almost 500 cities may soon need to act to comply with new PFAS drinking water limits.
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Trump Promises Clean Water. Will He Clean Up ‘Forever Chemicals’?
Public health advocates worry that Donald Trump could unravel federal clean water efforts, including restrictions on lead pipes and chemicals known as PFAS. By Hiroko Tabuchi These chemicals are ...
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Austin's Drinking Water Passes EPA-Sanctioned Test with Flying Colors: PFAS Levels Deemed Negligible in Recent Findings
Austin Water reports negligible PFAS levels in the city's drinking water following an EPA-directed year-long testing ...