Gillibrand’s Clean Water Bill Isn’t A Moment Too Soon For Calverton Homes Polluted With PFAS
by WSHU Public Radio | June 3, 2021
“U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) has reintroduced legislation that would more strictly regulate groundwater for PFAS chemicals. PFAS contamination has been detected in 49 states across the country. Homeowners in Calverton, Long Island, who live near a former naval defense ...
To fix Florida’s latest toxic algae crisis, fix the DEP
by Florida Phoenix |
“Dear Gov. DeSantis, I’m writing to you again because you’re facing a great opportunity right now, and I want to be sure you don’t miss out. Here’s what got my attention: Another top official in your administration resigned. This time, it’s the head of your Department of ...
Watchdog group finds toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in popular flea and tick collars
by Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting | June 2, 2021
“Two popular pet flea and tick products contain toxic “forever chemicals” linked to significant human health issues, according to testing by a nonprofit watchdog group. The testing was conducted by an independent lab and paid for by Public Employees for Environmental ...
Pesticide found to contain ‘forever chemicals’
by New Hampshire Gazette | June 1, 2021
“Anvil 10+10 is a pesticide that has been used for mosquito control in Massachusetts and throughout the U.S. The product purportedly contains only Sumithrin and Piperonyl butoxide. According to the state’s Mosquito Control and Spraying Fact Sheet, the Anvil 10+10 has a half-life of ...
As contaminated water concerns grow, Massachusetts towns urge the state to stop spraying pesticides in their communities
by Boston Globe | May 31, 2021
“To reduce the spread of eastern equine encephalitis and other mosquito-borne diseases, the state has sprayed millions of acres in recent years with a pesticide found to contain significant amounts of PFAS. The PFAS leached into the pesticide from its packaging. Under pressure from ...