Wildfires can contaminate drinking water systems with harmful chemicals − here’s what Los Angeles needs to know
The wildfires in the Los Angeles area have destroyed thousands of structures, many of them homes, and firefighters continue to battle the infernos. Parts of Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena and other California communities are now unrecognizable.
Millions of Americans' Drinking Water Has Forever Chemicals Or Other Contaminants
"We need to do a better job at protecting source waters and reducing discharges of pollutants into water bodies," researcher Laurel Schaider said.
L.A. Officials Warn of Compromised Drinking Water in Fire-Ravaged Areas
Do not drink” orders have been issued in some areas where damaged pipes that lost pressure might pull in toxic smoke and harmful chemicals that could linger in the system for years.
Millions in US Exposed to Unregulated Industrial Chemicals in Drinking Water
Almost 100 million people in the US may be exposed to unregulated industrial chemicals in their drinking water, with communities of color especially at risk, according to a new analysis of federal monitoring data for water systems across the country.
L.A. fires may have brought cancer-causing chemicals into drinking water
Why are there “do not boil” and “do not drink” notices issued? A visual look at how toxic compounds can get into the tap and how utilities will determine if it is safe.
Unregulated, harmful contaminants found in vast amount of U.S. drinking water
Nearly a third of Americans have been exposed to unregulated contaminants in their drinking water that might affect their health.
Scientists discover concerning new source of ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Wastewater plants are failing to remove a group of potentially toxic chemicals before pumping treated water into rivers and lakes — and climate change may be making the situation even worse, a new report finds.
Contaminated drinking water is a growing concern for cities facing wildfires
As fires burn in Los Angeles, water utilities are responding to extensive damage to pipes and storage and treatment facilities.
Drinking water could be contaminated in L.A. County areas affected by wildfires, experts say
Los Angeles-area residents who already face warnings about their tap water could be without it for some time, experts told NBC News, owing to concerns about the damage done to local infrastructure and the chemicals released by wildfires.
California Wildfires: Drinking Water Warnings Issued After Inferno
Harmful and even cancer-causing chemicals can get into water supplies as reserves are depleted and infrastructure is damaged by fire.
California Drinking Water Notices: Full List of LA Areas Under Warnings
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Melbourne to stop adding fluoride to drinking water
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