Wells and forever chemical contamination

Forever chemicals are man-made and derive their name from the simple fact that they have no half-life, like uranium.  The source of these manmade chemicals is, unsurprisingly, industrial manufacturing facilities and large-scale pesticide contamination.  However, one of the everyday contributors just might surprise you.  Firefighters are required to use fire suppression foam that is laced with forever chemicals.  The areas around the country that are prone to forest fires become saturated with these chemicals and eventually they end up in our water table. Unless they are physically filtered and removed from the environment, they will inevitably impact the health of our natural habitat and rural communities.

Unfortunately, rural communities are at the highest risk because well water systems are not monitored by the EPA.  In addition, areas around airports and military bases are much more likely to encounter these pollutants.  If you reside in a home or community which uses ground sourced water from a private or communal well, it is highly recommended that you test your water independently. Current technology exists to remove these pollutants from your drinking water but is unavailable at the municipal level. If you are currently getting your water from a private or community well, it is recommended you take immediate action to safeguard your water.

The following states have been found to be unusually high in violations According to the EPA standards as tested by the Environmental Working Group:  North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Colorado, Ohio, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Florida, California, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania.  Don’t wait for your state to show up on this list before you act.