Alerts September 2026 (worldwide)
206 published alerts, 121 currently active.
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PFAS-4 levels in drinking water in Brax above benchmark
Drinking water in Brax, Haute-Garonne (France), shows PFAS-4 levels of 15 ng/L. This concentration exceeds the 0.5 ng/L benchmark that pfasnearme.com considers protective. No specific official measures or advisories are mentioned on this summary page.
Antibes drinking water contains PFAS-4 above benchmark
In Antibes, France, drinking water samples show PFAS-4 concentrations of 35 ng/L, which is significantly above the 0.5 ng/L benchmark considered protective by pfasnearme.com. This chemical contamination indicates an ongoing issue with water quality in the commune. The site, a data project, highlights this as one of 12 communes in the Alpes-Maritimes department with elevated PFAS levels.
Philadelphia Boil Water Notice: 1,603,797 Residents Affected — Full Guide
A boil water notice has been issued for Philadelphia, New Jersey, affecting approximately 1,603,797 residents following a water system event. Residents are advised not to drink unboiled tap water and to boil all water for at least one full minute before consumption. Bottled water should be used for drinking, cooking, making ice, baby formula, and brushing teeth. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 23:50): The boil water advisory now explicitly includes cooking, making ice, baby formula, and brushing teeth as activities for which water must be boiled. This clarifies boiling as the required method for these uses.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY
The Town of Purcellville, Virginia, has issued a Boil Water Advisory for all residents and businesses, effective September 8, 2026. This advisory is due to a watermain break in the town's drinking water system. All affected parties are advised to boil their drinking water for consumption, food preparation, and ice making until further notice to prevent potential stomach or intestinal illness. Update (Town of Purcellville, 11.09.2026, 13:35): Residents are also advised to use bottled water as an alternative to boiling for drinking, beverage and food preparation, and making ice.
Boil Water Advisory issued for Little Burnt River Water Co-Op
Alberta Health Services (AHS) hat am 3. September 2026 ein Abkochgebot für die Little Burnt River Water Co-Op erlassen. Die Maßnahme ist aufgrund einer Entdruckung im Wassersystem infolge eines Wasserleitungslecks erforderlich. Bewohner und Unternehmen im Versorgungsgebiet zwischen dem Municipal District of Fairview und Clear Hills County werden aufgefordert, Wasser vor jeglichem Verzehr mindestens eine Minute lang sprudelnd zu kochen oder abgefülltes Wasser zu verwenden. Das Abkochgebot bleibt bis auf Weiteres in Kraft.
PFOS detected in Marietta's drinking water wells
PFOS, a type of PFAS, has been detected in all or most of the City of Marietta's drinking water wells, according to Marietta Water Superintendent Steve Eddy. The chemical has been linked to the Teflon-production process at the Washington Works plant in nearby Wood County. The city is currently sampling annually to build a data set and monitor trends. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 21:25): The chemical exceeds regulatory limits.The chemical exceeds regulatory limits.
Why Galesburg residents are getting a notice about a ‘forever chemical’ in raw water from unused wells
Residents in Galesburg, Illinois, are receiving a notice from the IEPA regarding elevated levels of PFOS in raw water from three unused city wells, with samples showing 15 ppt and 4.7 ppt, exceeding the state's groundwater standard of 4 ppt. While PFOS in finished water meets standards, finished water delivered to homes still exceeds the state standard for PFOA at 5.9 ppt, unchanged from 2025 sampling. The city plans to retire the affected wells, use one only for emergencies, and construct new, PFAS-free wells, aiming for compliance ahead of the 2029 deadline. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 21:25): A boil water advisory is in effect, advising residents to boil water for at least 3 minutes before drinking or using for consumption.
Anger at safety monitoring failures at Dunshaughlin Water Treatment Plant
Safety alarms and automatic shutdowns at the Dunshaughlin water treatment plant were disabled from late January until an EPA audit in May 2026, leading to fears for public health. During this period, chlorine dosing of water supplies also stopped, and there were numerous incidents where levels of iron and discolouration exceeded recommended safety limits. The EPA has directed Uisce Éireann to submit a report on actions to address 12 recommendations, impacting over 8,500 people in the Dunshaughlin area.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Reno Co. RWD #8, Reno County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Reno Co. RWD #8 public water supply system in Reno County, Kansas. This advisory took effect on September 5, 2026, due to a waterline break resulting in a loss of pressure, which places the system at risk of bacterial contamination. Customers are advised to boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation until further notice.
U.S. Constitution Does Not Guarantee Right to Clean Water, Fifth Circuit Rules
A federal appeals court ruled on September 5, 2026, that the U.S. Constitution does not guarantee a right to clean drinking water. This decision affirmed the dismissal of a civil rights lawsuit brought by residents of Jackson, Mississippi. The lawsuit concerned widespread lead contamination in the municipal water supply, which residents reportedly faced for years.
Wastewater discharge in Keokuk reaches Mississippi River
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater bypass at the City of Keokuk in Lee County. This discharge has reached the Mississippi River, indicating a potential microbiological and chemical contamination event.
Boil Water Advisory
The City of Florence, SC, has issued a Boil Water Advisory for its residents. This advisory is a precautionary measure due to an unspecified incident affecting the water system. Residents are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth until further notice. Update (WMBF News, 11.09.2026, 17:45): The advisory affects the Spaulding Heights Neighborhood due to a water main break at High Hampton Road and Rocky Way Drive, which caused a loss of water pressure. This creates a potential for bacteriological contamination, though none is confirmed. Residents should boil tap water vigorously for one minute.
Sewage discharges cause 'toxic cocktail' in rivers
Sewage dumping by Thames Water over the recent bank holiday weekend has led to a "toxic and dangerous" bacterial "cocktail" in Oxfordshire's waterways. Campaigners warn that low river levels, exacerbated by dry weather, mean the untreated sewage poses a serious risk to wildlife and humans, with high bacteria levels. Specific locations affected include Botley, Wheatley, Burford, Milton-under-Wychwood, Kingham, and Faringdon.
Boil Water Advisory
The Village of Capac Water System has issued a boil water advisory due to a loss of pressure caused by a water main break on August 12, 2026. This incident may have led to bacterial contamination. Residents must boil all water for one minute before use for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and preparing food until further notice. The water department is working to restore pressure and conducting water quality tests. All-clear (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 15:20): The advisory was issued on August 1, 2026. It was automatically marked as resolved on September 9, 2026, without an official all-clear from the utility.
Legionellen in Sporthalle an Wernigeroder Schule entdeckt: Was jetzt für Kinder und Vereine gilt
In der Sporthalle der August-Hermann-Francke-Grundschule in Wernigerode, Stadtteil Hasserode, wurden erhöhte Legionellenwerte in den Duschen festgestellt. Dies führte zur sofortigen Sperrung der Duschen für Schüler und Sportvereine. Die Stadt Wernigerode leitet nun Maßnahmen ein, um die Belastung zu beheben und die Wasserqualität für künftige Kontrollen zu gewährleisten. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 19:35): Es wird geraten, Wasser vor dem Trinken abzukochen.
Linton Water customers could be placed under boil order Tuesday
The Linton Water Department is scheduled to perform critical maintenance on Tuesday evening. This could potentially place customers under a precautionary boil advisory until Thursday, September 10. Update (1027WBOB, 10.09.2026, 13:40): The advisory would potentially last until Thursday, September 10, 2026.
CFPUA schedules boil water advisory for Lewis Creek area
Die Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) hat eine vorsorgliche Abkochverfügung für etwa 400 Kunden im Bereich Lewis Creek und Lewis Landing Avenue in Wilmington, NC, angeordnet. Dies beginnt am Dienstag, den 8. September um 10 Uhr, während CFPUA-Mitarbeiter eine Wasserleitungsverbindung durchführen. Kunden müssen Wasser mindestens eine Minute lang abkochen, bevor sie es konsumieren, da geringer Druck das Eindringen von Bakterien in das Wassersystem fördern kann. Update (watereport.com, 12.09.2026, 13:25): NONE.NONE.
Harmful Algal Blooms Observed in Chautauqua and Findley Lakes
The Chautauqua County Public Health Department reports localized harmful algal blooms (HABs) in Chautauqua Lake and Findley Lake. Residents and visitors are advised not to drink untreated lake water due to potential toxins from blue-green algae. Other precautions include avoiding contact with the blooms and keeping children and pets away from affected areas.
Lawmakers vote to release $10M from PFAS contamination settlement
Wisconsin lawmakers voted on September 1, 2026, to release $10 million from a settlement with Tyco Fire Products. These funds are designated to address widespread PFAS contamination in drinking water in northeastern Wisconsin, particularly in the Marinette and Peshtigo communities, providing for testing and safe water sources. The contamination originated from Tyco's fire training center, which allegedly failed to report toxic PFAS discharges for years. Update (ironmountaindailynews.com, 09.09.2026, 09:35): Funds are released from the Wisconsin PFAS trust fund and stem from a 2022 lawsuit against Tyco Fire Products. Aid will specifically fund deep wells and in-home treatment systems.
Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued for Northern Grand Blanc Township
The Genesee County Drain Commissioner’s Office, Division of Water and Waste Services (GCDC–WWS), has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for Northern Grand Blanc Township and the southern portion of the City of Burton, Michigan. This advisory, posted on August 13, 2026, follows an equipment failure causing low pressure in some localized watermains. Residents and businesses must boil all water for one minute or use bottled water for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, and food preparation until further notice.
‘It’s kind of scary’: Lead detected in pipes impacting hundreds of Oconomowoc homes
Lead has been detected in water pipes impacting hundreds of homes in Oconomowoc, causing concern among residents about their drinking water. The presence of lead in infrastructure poses a significant health risk to the affected households.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Reno Co. RWD #8, Reno County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Reno Co. RWD #8 public water supply system in Reno County. This advisory, effective September 5, 2026, was issued due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Customers are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice.
L’eau du Petit-Bornand toujours impropre à la consommation
À Petit-Bornand, l'eau du robinet reste impropre à la consommation pour une partie des habitants depuis le 9 août 2026. La dégradation de la qualité de l'eau de la source de la Puya est due à une forte augmentation de la turbidité suite à des orages. La commune distribue des bouteilles d'eau et a installé un ravitailleur, espérant une autorisation de l'ARS d'ici la fin de la semaine.
Boil water advisory issued for mobile home park near St. George
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Walnut Grove, LLC, public water supply near St. George in Pottawatomie County. The advisory, which took effect Monday, September 7, 2026, was issued due to equipment failure causing a loss of pressure, risking bacterial contamination. Residents are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice. All-clear (WIBW, 15.09.2026, 20:00): The boil water advisory has been lifted as of Tuesday morning. Laboratory testing confirmed no bacteriological contamination, and all conditions that placed the system at risk are now resolved.
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE
A PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE has been issued for City of Tarpon Springs water customers located south of the Anclote River. This is due to a brief low-pressure issue experienced on 9/3/26 during routine maintenance of the potable water system. Customers are advised to boil water for at least one full minute before use or use bottled water, and the notice will remain in effect for at least 24 hours.
Boil Water Notice – September, 2026
The Cazadero Water Company has issued a Boil Water Notice for its customers in Cazadero, California, effective September 2026. This notice advises residents to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth due to potential contamination risks. The notice was published on September 1, 2026.
"Faire bouillir l'eau avant de la consommer" : des mesures de précaution mises en place dans deux communes de l'Yonne
Des mesures de précaution ont été mises en place dans les communes d'Étaule et d'une partie de Sauvigny-le-Bois (hameau d'Étaule-le-Haut), suite à la détection de trihalométhanes, notamment du chloroforme, en quantités dépassant les limites de qualité. L'Agence régionale de santé (ARS) a recommandé, depuis le 2 septembre 2026, de faire bouillir l'eau avant toute consommation alimentaire. Un nouveau contrôle par l'ARS est attendu pour décider de la levée ou du maintien de ces restrictions.
Boil Water Advisory for Green-Taylor Water District
A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for consumers of Green-Taylor Water District in specific areas of Summersville and Green County, including Hodgenville Road and surrounding lanes. This advisory was issued due to main line water repairs, which create a potential for bacteriological contamination. Residents in the affected areas must boil all water for drinking and cooking for 3 minutes until further notice.
NSB Public Service Announcement – Kaktovik – Do Not Drink Water Notice
Die North Slope Borough hat am 5. September 2026 eine „Do Not Drink“-Anweisung für Kaktovik, Alaska, herausgegeben, nachdem Ethylen Glykol im kommunalen Wassersystem nachgewiesen wurde. Bewohner sollen eine alternative Wasserquelle für Trink- und Verbrauchsaktivitäten nutzen, da Abkochen das Wasser NICHT sicher macht. Die Gemeinde mobilisiert Notfall-Trinkwasserlieferungen und untersucht die Quelle und das Ausmaß der Kontamination.
Public Notice: Water Boil Order
Effective as of Thursday, August 13, 2026, a boil water order has been issued for the Bonavista Water Supply based on advice from Service NL. Residents are advised to boil all water for at least one minute prior to use for drinking or other ingestible activities. Officials are working to resolve the issue, and the order will remain in effect until further notice.
Boil Water Notice for Thousands in Co Tipperary
Uisce Eireann has issued a boil water notice for approximately 4,800 households in Co Tipperary, including Cashel Town, Galtee View, Boytonrath, Mantlehill, Castlelake, Golden Road, Cluain Orga, Caiseal na Ri and surrounding areas. The notice, active since July 25, is due to high levels of turbidity at the Springmount Water Treatment Plant. Residents are advised to boil all water for drinking, food preparation, and hygiene purposes until further notice.
Boil Water Alert: Amby
Residents of Amby are advised to boil tap water intended for drinking from 1 September 2026 until further notice. This precautionary measure follows repairs made to the township’s chlorination system, resulting in low chlorine in the water reticulation network. Bottled water is available for the community behind the Amby Hall while this alert is active. Update (Maranoa Regional Council, 11.09.2026, 23:55): The precautionary measure follows repairs made to the township’s bore.
Legionellen im Trinkwasser: Stadt gibt noch keine Entwarnung
In einem Hochhaus am Berliner Platz in Münster wurde vor einem Jahr eine deutlich erhöhte Legionellen-Belastung im Trinkwasser festgestellt. Obwohl umfassende bauliche Maßnahmen erfolgten und Bewohner zeitweise Duschen nicht nutzen durften, gibt die Stadt Münster aktuell keine Entwarnung. Die Situation ist weiterhin aktiv. Update (ms-aktuell.de, 08.09.2026, 07:20): Das betroffene Gebäude ist das Metropolis-Hochhaus. Aktuelle Wasserproben ergaben in einzelnen Bereichen des Gebäudes eine mittlere bis hohe Belastung.
ACTIVE PRECAUTIONARY BOIL-WATER NOTICE Hi-Cliff Estates area · Marion County
Marion County Utilities issued a precautionary boil-water notice for specific NE 51st Avenue addresses in the Hi-Cliff Estates area after a water-main break and valve installation. Affected customers should boil water for one minute or use bottled water until the notice is rescinded. No contamination has been confirmed.
23/2/26: Erina (NSW). Drinking Water. PFHxS
The per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) PFHxS was detected in drinking water in Erina, New South Wales, on February 26, 2023, at a concentration of 0.001 µg/L. This information was reported by a platform aggregating PFAS incidents in Australia, linking to the Central Coast Council's general information page on PFAS.
Schumer warns Pentagon delayed key Calverton PFAS investigation by more than a decade
Senator Chuck Schumer warns that the Pentagon has significantly delayed a crucial PFAS investigation at the former Grumman site in Calverton, New York, with projected completion now pushed to April 2039. Groundwater contamination with high levels of PFAS, linked to firefighting foam, has been detected since 2016, with many readings exceeding state drinking water standards. Schumer and local officials demand an accelerated cleanup, expanded testing, and acceptance of local data to address the spreading plume.
Legionellen in der Wasserleitung: 98-Jähriger hat Angst vor Erkrankung
In Wohngebäuden an der Habichtswaldstraße 13-15 in Schauenburg-Hoof wurden am 02.07.2026 bei einer Trinkwasseranalyse Legionellen über dem technischen Maßnahmenwert (mehr als 1000 KBE) festgestellt. Der Immobilienservice Koch bestätigt, dass in Haus 15 in einer Einheit Legionellen gefunden wurden, gibt aber Entwarnung für Haus 13 und sieht generell keine Gefahr für die Bewohner. Eine weitere Überprüfung des Wassers ist für den 23. September geplant. Entwarnung (watereport.com, 11.09.2026, 07:41): Der Vorfall fand in Schauenburg-Hoof im Kreis Kassel statt und implizierte eine Abkochwarnung. Er wurde am 06.09.2026 als beendet erklärt.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT
A Boil Water Advisory remains in effect for residents in Clinton, British Columbia, reminding them to boil tap water before use for drinking, brushing teeth, food preparation, and infant formula. The advisory came into effect on July 25, 2026, and will continue until further notice, requiring water to be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute. All-clear (watereport.com, 09.09.2026, 11:30): The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted. It was automatically marked as resolved on September 6, 2026, without an official all-clear from local authorities.
Hughenden residents rely on bottled water as Queensland's water infrastructure reaches crisis point
Einwohner von Hughenden, Queensland, Australien, sind gezwungen, Flaschenwasser zu kaufen, da ihr Leitungswasser aufgrund veralteter Infrastruktur, einschließlich alter Bohrlöcher, verfärbt ist, schlecht riecht und ekelhaft schmeckt. Familien geben wöchentlich über 50 Dollar für Wasser aus, da der Zustand des Leitungswassers die Menschen davon abhält, es zu trinken oder es sogar in Cafés zu verwenden. Der Gemeinderat versucht, das Problem abschnittsweise zu beheben, kämpft jedoch mit unzureichender Finanzierung für umfassende Modernisierungen der Wasserinfrastruktur, von der mehr als die Hälfte in Queensland das Ende ihrer Lebensdauer erreicht hat.
Nitrat im Trinkwasser: Antrag für Wasserschutzgebiet Bellersheim diskutiert
Die Fraktion Bündnis 90/Die Grünen hat beantragt, ein Wasserschutzgebiet rund um den Trinkwasserbrunnen in Hungen-Bellersheim einzurichten. Grund sind Nitratwerte, die seit Jahren um den EU-Grenzwert von 50 mg/l liegen und diesen zeitweise überschritten haben. Aktuell wird das Wasser durch Verschneidung auf 40 mg/l begrenzt, da hohe Nitratwerte eine potenzielle Gefahr für Säuglinge darstellen.
Boil-Water Notices Issued Following Marion County Water Main Breaks
Precautionary boil-water notices were issued for residents in the Silver Springs Shores area and Spruce Creek South in Marion County following two separate water-main breaks on Monday. Affected customers should boil water used for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth until officials confirm safety after testing.
Alerte biologique : l’eau du robinet reconnue impropre à la consommation
La mairie de Vorey-sur-Arzon a reçu une alerte concernant une non-conformité bactériologique de l'eau potable. Les habitants du bourg et de plusieurs hameaux (Changeac, Eyravazet, Poux, Terrasses, Brigols, Sanimaux, Laroux et Chamboulives) sont invités à ne plus consommer l'eau du robinet pour la boisson, la préparation des repas et le brossage des dents. Une distribution d'eau en bouteille a été mise en place par la municipalité et de nouvelles analyses sont prévues le 8 septembre. Mise à jour (Le Progrès, 11.09.2026, 07:40): L'alerte initiale a été lancée le 4 septembre 2026 en raison d'une contamination par Escherichia coli. Malgré des interventions sur le réseau, les analyses du 9 septembre 2026 n'indiquent toujours pas de conformité. Levée d'alerte (Le Progrès, 13.09.2026, 13:25): Les habitants de Chamalières-sur-Loire peuvent également de nouveau consommer l'eau du robinet. Les dernières analyses effectuées le 11 septembre 2026 attestent de sa conformité.
Judge rules Chemours is legally responsible for trespassing in dumping "forever chemicals" into Cape Fear River
A federal judge has ruled Chemours legally responsible for illegally dumping toxic "forever chemicals" into the Cape Fear River since 1980 from its Fayetteville Works plant. This ruling impacts drinking water across New Hanover, Bladen, Brunswick, Cumberland, and Pender counties in North Carolina. A jury trial is scheduled for next March to determine compensation for the affected residents.
Upper Saône: Two Cases of Legionellosis Identified in August, Including One Mortal
The Regional Health Agency of Burgundy-Franche-Comté confirmed on October 6, 2024, two cases of legionellosis identified in August in Haute-Saône. One fatality occurred in Port-Sur-Saône, a city that also experienced contamination last year. Investigations are currently underway by the ARS to determine the source of the infection.
CFPUA issues boil water advisory for Lewis Creek, Lewis Landing area
The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for approximately 400 customers in parts of New Hanover County, N.C., starting September 8 at 10 a.m. The affected areas include The Palisades at Lewis Creek community, Lewis Landing Avenue, Bratton Court, Ballaster Drive, Branch Row, Creek Bend Terrace, Runaway Bay, Grey Cliff Run, Killdeer Lane, Oyster Reef Run, Dove Shell Way, and Mangrove Place. Customers are advised to boil their water for one minute and allow it to cool before consumption, or use an alternative water source.
Marana Town Council discusses potential litigation over PFAS water contamination
The Marana Town Council is set to discuss potential litigation to recover costs for cleaning up local water contaminated with perfluorinated compounds (PFAS) and 1,4-dioxane. This signals the town may be preparing to sue a responsible party for the 'forever chemicals' contamination, which requires expensive remediation. Update (watereport.com, 09.09.2026, 07:25): Residents are advised not to drink tap water due to active chemical contamination where limits have been exceeded.
Tucson completes major expansion to treat forever chemicals
Tucson Water hat ein 25 Millionen US-Dollar teures Erweiterungsprojekt in der Tucson Airport Remediation Project (TARP) Anlage abgeschlossen, um per- und polyfluorierte Alkylsubstanzen (PFAS) zu behandeln. Diese Maßnahme adressiert eine langjährige Kontamination: Über die letzte Dekade wurden 30 von etwa 40 betroffenen Brunnen aufgrund von PFAS-Detektionen stillgelegt oder in Notbereitschaft versetzt, und die TARP-Anlage selbst wurde 2021 vorübergehend geschlossen, wodurch behandeltes Wasser aus der Trinkwasserversorgung genommen wurde. Die Erweiterung zielt darauf ab, kritische lokale Grundwasserressourcen zu schützen und wiederherzustellen, um zukünftig potenziell behandeltes Wasser wieder ins Trinkwassersystem einzuspeisen. Update (tucsondailybrief.com, 04.09.2026, 23:25): The expanded facility on Tucson's west side also treats Trichloroethylene (TCE) contamination and completes the Tucson Airport Remediation Project. Funding for this expansion was provided by the American Rescue Plan Act.
EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Hopewell Precision Superfund Site Cleanup Proposal
Die U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hat die Frist für öffentliche Kommentare zu ihrem vorgeschlagenen aktualisierten Grundwasserreinigungsplan am Hopewell Precision Superfund-Standort in Dutchess County, New York, bis zum 28. September 2026 verlängert. Der Standort war zuvor mit flüchtigen organischen Verbindungen (VOCs) kontaminiert, was zur Anbindung betroffener Haushalte an die öffentliche Wasserversorgung führte. Der Plan beinhaltet weiterhin Grundwasserüberwachung und Maßnahmen zur Verhinderung der Exposition gegenüber kontaminiertem Grundwasser, einschließlich der Begrenzung der Nutzung nicht-kommunaler Wasserquellen und der Anordnung von Tests für private Wasserquellen außerhalb des kommunalen Systems.
Hastings sues 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The city of Hastings, Minnesota, is suing 3M over the contamination of its public drinking water wells with PFAS, commonly known as 'forever chemicals.' The lawsuit alleges that PFOA from 3M's Cottage Grove facility leached into Hastings' wells, necessitating the construction of costly water treatment plants to meet new federal standards. Update (FOX 9, 05.09.2026, 13:26): Five public drinking water wells are affected in the city serving 23,000 residents. Treatment plants are estimated to cost tens of millions of dollars, and the lawsuit was filed in late August 2026 in Dakota County District Court.
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Roger Williams Park Ponds
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and Department of Environmental Management (DEM) advise people to avoid contact with Roosevelt Lake and Pleasure Lake at Roger Williams Park in Providence due to harmful algae blooms (HABs). All recreational activities are considered high risk, and people should not drink untreated water or eat fish from these waterbodies. This advisory remains in effect until further notice.