Pennsylvania
Water systems in Pennsylvania show high PFAS levels above EPA standards
Nearly 19% of Pennsylvania’s water systems have PFAS levels exceeding new federal standards, raising concerns about water safety in several counties.
Zoë Read reports for WHYY.
In short:
- Public water providers in Pennsylvania found PFAS levels above federal regulations in 19% of tested systems between January and March 2024.
- The highest contamination in Pennsylvania was at Brookside Village Mobile Home Park, with levels reaching 2,100 parts per trillion.
- Smaller municipalities and communities are most affected, often lacking advanced filtration systems found in larger water providers.
Key quote:
“These forever chemicals are just about everywhere, and it’s hard not to find them.”
— Chuck Powley, PFAS Solutions
Why this matters:
PFAS, often called “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and human body, have been linked to various health problems, including cancer, liver damage, and reproductive issues. These substances, commonly found in household products like non-stick cookware, waterproof clothing, and firefighting foams, are notorious for their resistance to breaking down.
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Tomorrow’s front looks weaker with just a few showers early in the morning…
EVENING: Increasing clouds, summer-like. Temps near 80.
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy and warm. Low 68.
THURSDAY: Scattered showers between 6-10am. Clearing, windy and warm for the afternoon. High 88.
Wednesday felt a little more like summer as temperatures reach 85 degrees. The humidity still remains tolerable this evening as clouds increase from an approaching front.
The cold front arrives Thursday morning, leading to a broken line of scattered showers between 6-10am. Once the front clears, gusty winds between 20-30mph will develops with afternoon temperatures near 88 degrees. A little unusual for a post cold front!
The upcoming weekend will be dry with low humidity and lots of sunshine. It should be a great weekend to spend with Dad! We’ll keep you posted, but the next chance for rain will be another front next Monday.
– Meteorologist Eric Finkenbinder
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