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I first heard the acronym PFAS from a friend looking for a lakefront property. Living in metro Detroit, searching for a side hustle, he was hoping to purchase and renovate a lakeside cottage into an income property.

A shocking report released this week by the Environmental Integrity Project has found a number of refineries are dumping contaminated water into local waterways and are not being penalized for doing so.

Drinking water is an important part of staying healthy, and it is important to remember your manners while doing so, whether you are at home or out and about. When you are at home, always drink water from a glass or cup. Do not drink from the faucet, especially if others in your household are using the faucet for other purposes, such as brushing their teeth. If you need to drink from the faucet, use a cup or glass to catch the water. Do not use your hands to drink water to avoid contamination. Drinking water from your hands, especially unwashed ones, can increase your risk of getting sick. When you are finished drinking your water, do not spit it back into the cup. This can contaminate the water and make it difficult to drink again.

Disney World's controversial Magic Kingdom ride, Splash Mountain, was officially closed for good this week and consequently, it seems as though fans and collectors alike have been buying (or selling) whatever souvenirs they can get their hands on to commemorate the attraction--including water supposedly taken directly from the ride.

Hazardous Flooding in NYC

As people set their fitness goals for the new year, an old video of a Peloton workout featuring Kim Kardashian is making the rounds on Instagram. The clip shows the reality star running on a treadmill while drinking from a pink water bottle labeled "Air Up."

(Forsyth County, GA) Forsyth County will soon begin building a Return Flow System to transport treated water from the Fowler Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) to Lake Lanier. The new system follows water management agreements between the County, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers concerning the County’s expected water intake from Lake Lanier.

JACKSON, MS. - Since the summer of 2020, Jackson, Mississippi, has been in the throes of a water crisis that has received national attention. For weeks, the O.B. Curtis Water Plant failed and left over 150,000 residents without clean water—a harrowing reality that disproportionately affects people of color in the city. Nearly 83% of Jackson's population is Black, making them most vulnerable to the long-term consequences of this crisis.

By Mike McKibbin / NewsBreak Denver / Jan. 17, 2023. [DOUGLAS COUNTY, COLO.] — Calling it a top priority and scarce resource, Douglas County Commissioner Abe Laydon wants the county to create a water committee.

To keep our bodies functioning properly, we are frequently reminded to consume a lot of water. According to the findings of a recent study, maintaining an adequate level of hydration is associated with a lower risk of developing chronic diseases as well as an increased likelihood of living for a longer period.

Was it wrong for this woman to tell her brother's girlfriend to stop showering at her house?. While it’s nothing new for friends and family to move in when times are tough, taking in your family and their plus one can present an entirely different set of challenges.

In this article, we will delve deep into the shocking effects of water pollution on marine life and human health. From the impact of toxic chemicals, plastic debris, and human waste on the ocean’s delicate ecosystems to the devastating effects of water pollution on the human body, we will uncover the true scope of this problem. We will also discuss how individuals can work together to reduce water pollution and its effects. By the end of this article, you will be equipped with knowledge and understanding of how water pollution affects both our environment and our health. You will also understand the practical steps you can take to protect and preserve the world’s ocean ecosystems while also protecting your own health. If we all work together, we can make a positive change in our environment and our lives.

Before they closed down the Highway

Should South Fork merge with Bristol or the Bristol-Bluff City Utility District?. The utility serving the areas east of Bristol, Tennessee, did not receive a favorable report during an April 2022 investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller's Office. The technical secretary to the state's Utility Management Review Board says it's not feasible for the utility to continue as it is now.

Jonesborough officials are beginning to gain ground on the multiple water system failures. Officials reported the main water tank is now holding steady at 31 feet as of noon Thursday, December 29. Crews restored service to Embreville, Bumpus Cove, and Highway 107 - bringing approximately 1,000 customers back online. Officials continued monitoring the tank until 3 p.m. today before moving on to the Conklin Road area.

Residents of Cary may have noticed that their tap water has been looking a bit cloudy lately. Don't worry, this is completely normal and safe to use!. According to the Town of Cary, the consistent cold weather is causing tiny air bubbles to form in the water, which is what is causing the cloudiness. These air bubbles are completely harmless and will dissipate after a minute or two of letting the water sit.

Saw this whale having fun on a boat tour.

With Love From BellaPhoto byIsabella Castro in Hale'iwa. Hundreds of Honolulu Hawaiian service members, their families, and residents living on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), the Army’s Aliamanu Military Reservation, and Red Hill Housing have reported illnesses and petroleum odors emanating from their faucet water, forcing them to file 186 lawsuits, and counting, against the United States of America under the Federal Tort Claims Act concerning Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (Red Hill)’s contamination of Southern O’ahu Basal Aquifer fresh groundwater. The lawsuits describes the U.S. government’s negligence and failure to honor public safety commitments and to alert the public of two separate jet fuel leaks that contaminated drinking, cooking, and showering water for 100,000 O’ahu island Red Hill military and local families, as well as 400,000 Honolulu residents. Children and adults continue to be exposed to cancer-causing toxic chemical substances, including but not limited, to benzene and Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) leaving residents vulnerable to risk of serious injury from May 6, 2021, November 20, 2021 to date.

Water is a clear thin liquid that has no colour or taste when it is pure. It falls from clouds as rain and enters rivers and seas. All animals and people need water in order to live.

The consensus is the human body may not survive a week without proper hydration. This article is based on corporate postings and accredited media reports. Linked information within this article is attributed to the following outlets:WebMD.com, Healthline.com, and the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies.