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Michigan environmental news roundup: Forever chemicals in drinking water of 52 million Americans

🚰 Forever chemicals found in drinking water of 52 million Americans, EPA data shows New EPA data reveals PFAS “forever chemicals” have been detected in drinking water systems serving at least 151 million Americans. More than 1,050 water systems reported average PFAS levels exceeding the EPA’s 2024 limits, affecting at least 52 million people. Large […]