Maryland military facilities are in the early stages of remedial investigations into “forever chemicals” that jeopardize drinking water supplies in groundwater after a September report by the Department of Defense identified hundreds of military sites across the country as at risk for such chemicals.
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Maryland’s waterways contain high levels of ‘forever chemicals’ pollution
A recent report from the Waterkeeper Alliance revealed Maryland has some of the highest levels of PFAS chemicals, which can cause several severe health consequences, in its surface water.
Maryland senators to Pentagon: address toxic chemicals on bases
At issue are what are known as PFAS, which stands for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a group of “forever chemicals” that come from consumer and industrial goods and that can cause a variety of diseases in humans.
Investigations find dangerous levels of PFAs in fast-food restaurant packaging
Alarming levels of PFAS have been found in food packaging at a large number of popular fast-food chains. These dangerous chemicals are often called “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment. They are used to prevent grease and water from soaking through food wrappers and beverage cups.