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Chemours, DuPont, Corteva Agree to $455M North Carolina PFAS Settlement

Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva have agreed to pay $455 million to North Carolina and 11 local entities to resolve lawsuits over PFAS contamination from the Fayetteville Works plant. The largest environmental damage payment in state history will be paid over 15 years, with Chemours covering 50% of the cost. The agreement includes a $135 million reserve fund to ensure cleanup continues if Chemours faces financial instability, addressing concerns about the company's long-term viability.

via The Guardian|

#chemours #environment #north-carolina

global-health1 month ago•0 min saved

WHO Warns Winter Rains Will Trigger Disease Outbreaks in Gaza Amid Water Crisis

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the approaching rainy season in Gaza will exacerbate a severe public health crisis. Microbiological water contamination has nearly tripled since January, and acute diarrhea cases have doubled. With infrastructure destroyed and humanitarian supplies blocked, winter flooding threatens to spread sewage into overcrowded shelters, risking widespread disease outbreaks.

via Al Jazeera|

#gaza #global-health #humanitarian-aid

us-news4 months ago•4 min saved

Six More Bodies Recovered After Washington Paper Mill Tank Collapse

Six of the nine missing workers were recovered after a chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co.’s Longview pulp-and-paper mill, bringing the death toll to 11. Recovery work is hampered by industrial hazards like exposed wiring and collapsed structures. Environmental officials are managing a spill of white liquor toward ditch systems feeding a nearby water source, with water testing showing the Columbia River remains safe for now and a flushing plan in place. The mill is shut down with limited staffing, and some workers are being paid during the disruption.

via CBS News|

#longview #nippon-dynawave-packaging #pulp-and-paper-mill

local5 months ago•4 min saved

Mountain View water outage persists after cement slurry contaminates main

A Mountain View neighborhood has been without safe drinking water for about a week after a contractor working on a water main let cement slurry contaminate the line with coliform bacteria. About 70 homes and roughly 170 residents are affected. City crews are flushing pipes, inspecting mains, and delivering water or housing to impacted residents, with a neighborhood meeting planned as the restoration effort continues.

via NBC Bay Area|

#cement-slurry #coliform-bacteria #local

science8 months ago•35 min saved

Tiny plastics in bottled water exceed prior estimates, study finds

A peer‑reviewed study in Science of the Total Environment found bottled water contains higher concentrations of microplastics and nanoplastics than treated tap water, with nanoplastics making up more than 50% of detected particles. Using advanced techniques like scanning electron microscopy and optical photothermal infrared spectroscopy, researchers warn that nanoplastics can cross cellular barriers and potentially reach organs, underscoring the need for better detection and consideration of alternatives to bottled water (e.g., filtered tap water or reusable bottles).

via Yahoo|

#bottled-water #detection-methods #microplastics

climate8 months ago•84 min saved

Private wells across the U.S. tainted by PFAS “forever chemicals” go undetected

A sweeping AP investigation finds that PFAS, the so‑called forever chemicals, are quietly contaminating drinking water wells across the United States, including many private wells that homeowners may not test or even know are contaminated, raising health concerns and exposing gaps in monitoring and accountability that communities are pushing to close.

via AP News|

#climate #drinking-water #forever-chemicals

health1 year ago•0 min saved

Giardia Outbreak in NH Linked to Bethlehem Natural Spring

Four people in New Hampshire contracted Giardia after drinking from the same natural spring, prompting an investigation into water safety, with a fifth case also linked to the spring.

via The Boston Globe|

#giardia #health #natural-spring

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Rising Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases in Florida and Surrounding Areas

Multiple cases of flesh-eating bacteria, caused by Vibrio vulnificus, have been reported in Florida, especially during warmer months. The bacteria can be contracted through contaminated water or shellfish and may cause severe infections or death. Precautions include thoroughly cooking shellfish, avoiding swimming in contaminated waters, and protecting open wounds. People with compromised immune systems should be particularly cautious.

via WSLS|

#flesh-eating-bacteria #florida #health

environment1 year ago•3 min saved

Flooding Raises Mosquito Risks, Officials Warn Austin Residents

Flooding in Central Texas has caused environmental concerns including water contamination and increased mosquito risks, prompting safety advisories and water management efforts, with reservoirs refilling and some areas under boil water notices, while officials warn of health risks from standing water and runoff.

via KUT|

#environment #flooding #mosquitoes

health-and-safety1 year ago•3 min saved

Is Swimming in Lakes Safe?

Swimming in lakes can be risky due to bacteria, pollutants, and rare but deadly amoebas, but following safety precautions like avoiding contaminated water, not swallowing water, and checking for advisories can help ensure a safer experience.

via Mental Floss|

#brain-eating-amoeba #health-and-safety #lake-safety

science1 year ago•1 min saved

NASA Sensor Monitors Coastal Contamination from Space Station

NASA's EMIT sensor on the International Space Station has detected signs of wastewater contamination off the California coast by identifying a pigment associated with cyanobacteria, demonstrating its potential to complement traditional water sampling methods and fill data gaps in pollution monitoring.

via NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) (.gov)|

#california-coast #cyanobacteria #emit

health-and-safety1 year ago•11 min saved

Protect Your Camper: How to Prevent Water Tank Contamination

RV water tanks can harbor dangerous bacteria and parasites if not properly maintained and cleaned regularly. The CDC reports a fatal brain infection linked to contaminated RV water, emphasizing the importance of using filtered, sterile, or boiled water for internal use and regularly cleaning the tanks to prevent health risks. Installing effective filtration systems and sanitizing tanks every few months are recommended safety measures.

via The Autopian|

#cdc-report #health-and-safety #rv-water-tank

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Berks Closes South Campus Over Legionella Bacteria in Water

Berks County South Campus has closed temporarily after detecting legionella bacteria in its water system, prompting safety measures including water system chlorination and restricted access, while allowing occupancy with precautions due to the bacteria's potential to cause severe pneumonia and other symptoms.

via Reading Eagle|

#berks-county #health #legionella

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Nationwide Recalls and Caution

A salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has been traced to untreated canal water used by Florida growers, highlighting ongoing concerns about water safety in produce farming and the challenges in preventing contamination through current regulations and testing methods.

via NBC News|

#agriculture #cucumbers #food-safety

health1 year ago•3 min saved

CDC links contaminated RV water to brain-eating amoeba death

A CDC report details the death of a woman in Texas caused by Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, which was traced back to contaminated RV water used for nasal irrigation. The case underscores the importance of using sterile or distilled water for nasal rinses and maintaining water quality in RVs and municipal supplies to prevent such deadly infections.

via Boing Boing|

#brain-eating-amoeba #cdc #health