Pennsylvania to increase PFAS monitoring in rivers and streams Zoë ReadSeptember 26, 2023 DEP will increase sampling in PFAS hotspots after the USGS found 76% of the waterways in Pa. contained these toxic chemicals. HealthPollutionWaterWild Pennsylvania
Nearly half of drinking water in the U.S. contains toxic PFAS chemicals Zoë ReadJuly 13, 2023 The study by U.S. Geological Survey finds PFAS is most prevalent in urban areas, and near airports, industry, and wastewater facilities. HealthWater
EPA proposes first limits on toxic ‘forever chemicals’ for public drinking water Zoë ReadMarch 16, 2023 While states like Pennsylvania and New Jersey have already set PFAS limits for public water systems, the EPA proposal is more restrictive. HealthPollutionWater
Pa. sets drinking water standards on two ‘forever chemical’ PFAS compounds Susan PhillipsJanuary 20, 2023 The standards impact public and private drinking water treatment plants, bottled water plants, and school and healthcare facilities. PollutionWater
Pennsylvania moves to limit PFAS in drinking water Zoë ReadOctober 17, 2022 The Environmental Quality Board voted to approve limits for two of the toxic class of chemicals known as PFAS in drinking water. HealthWater
Group finds PFAS ‘forever’ chemicals used in Ohio oil and gas wells Julie GrantSeptember 30, 2022 Physicians for Social Responsibility found the oil and gas industry in Ohio used PFAS, known as “forever” chemicals, 101 times since 2013. EnergyHealth
After years of contamination at Pittsburgh airport, nearby drinking water still hasn’t been tested Oliver MorrisonJuly 15, 2022 The airport has known about the potential PFAS contamination for years. Now, its $1.4 billion construction project could make it worse. HealthPollutionWater
1 in 3 Pennsylvania drinking water systems exceed new EPA levels for ‘forever chemicals’ Oliver MorrisonJune 16, 2022 The new health advisory was set based on a growing body of research that shows the pervasive health impacts of PFAS chemicals. HealthPollutionWater
Pennsylvania Holds Public Hearings on PFAS drinking water regulation Julie GrantMarch 25, 2022 PFAS is a class of toxic chemicals that can cause an increased risk of health problems, including cancers. The DEP wants to regulate two of them in drinking water. HealthPollutionWater
Pennsylvania asks for input on PFAS drinking water rule Rachel McDevittMarch 18, 2022 PFAS are a class of toxic chemicals used to make water-, heat- and stain-resistant things like non-stick cookware and carpets. PollutionWater
