The findings confirm that the water in Watts is one of many sources of the neighbourhood's ongoing issues with lead contamination, which can cause serious health issues in both children and adults.
Tap water samples from Nickerson Gardens had lead levels above the EPA limit of 15 parts per billion (ppb). No amount of lead is safe for the human body.
Researchers relied on community leaders to recruit residents for the study, collecting water samples from across homes and apartments in the area, shedding light on environmental injustices.
Lead is especially toxic to children, because it can hinder the development of their brain and nervous system, which is a significant health concern for the Watts community.
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