Michigan Taking Measures to Remove Chemicals from Water
Following the Flint Water Crisis, the state of Michigan is now facing more water woes after the discovery of polyfluoroalkyl substances at several locations throughout the state, including military bases, water treatment plants and an old industrial dump site.
The contaminants discovered have been classified as “emerging” by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The chemicals are not easily broken down and can migrate from soil to groundwater. The magnitude of the discovery was pressing enough for Gov. Rick Snyder to approve $23 million in emergency spending to address the issue.
Because the chemicals are “emerging”, scientists are still uncertain as to what sort of effects could be had on human health, but studies suggest the potential for affecting fetal development, disruption of hormonal functions, damage to fertility and immune systems, and an increased risk for cancer.
Date: January 2, 2018
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Coordinator: EnvGuide Team
Source: https://www.wwdmag.com/contaminants/michigan-taking-measures-remove-chemicals-water