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L.A. wildfires may have contaminated drinking water systems. Here's what to know

Wildfires can severely compromise community drinking water systems and make it unsafe for residents.

Wildfires May Be Contaminating Los Angeles Water with Harmful Chemicals

Wildfires can critically jeopardize the safety of community drinking water systems, requiring residents to be aware and cautious after evacuations.

L.A. wildfires may have contaminated drinking water systems. Here's what to know

Wildfires can severely compromise community drinking water systems and make it unsafe for residents.

Wildfires May Be Contaminating Los Angeles Water with Harmful Chemicals

Wildfires can critically jeopardize the safety of community drinking water systems, requiring residents to be aware and cautious after evacuations.
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Opinion: Why does the U.S. still have lead pipes? Blame this trade group

The EPA's mandate to remove lead pipes highlights the long-standing public health crisis stemming from decades of lobbying by the Lead Industries Association.

Oakland Unified tests water at all schools after lead detected in drinking fountains

Oakland schools are testing all drinking water for lead after high levels were found in several faucets and fountains.

Opinion: Why does the U.S. still have lead pipes? Blame this trade group

The EPA's mandate to remove lead pipes highlights the long-standing public health crisis stemming from decades of lobbying by the Lead Industries Association.

Oakland Unified tests water at all schools after lead detected in drinking fountains

Oakland schools are testing all drinking water for lead after high levels were found in several faucets and fountains.
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The EPA Is Mandating Removal of All Lead Pipes. What Will Replace Them?

The EPA's new rule is a significant step in reducing lead contamination in drinking water but has critical loopholes affecting homeowners.

How much lead is in school drinking water? Alarmingly, no one knows

Lead in school drinking water poses a serious health risk to children, leading to developmental issues and learning challenges.
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How a California county got PFAS out of its drinking water

Yorba Linda has the largest PFAS water treatment plant in the US, addressing significant local contamination.

Water in Epsom safe to drink' after reports of cloudy water caused by burst pipe'

Cloudy water in Epsom caused by a burst pipe but is considered safe to drink by Thames Water.

How a California county got PFAS out of its drinking water

Yorba Linda has the largest PFAS water treatment plant in the US, addressing significant local contamination.

Water in Epsom safe to drink' after reports of cloudy water caused by burst pipe'

Cloudy water in Epsom caused by a burst pipe but is considered safe to drink by Thames Water.
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