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PFAS Contamination Linked to Firefighting Foam | Washington DC News
North Potomac officials have traced PFAS contamination in local waters to decades of firefighting foam use at the former Public Safety Training Academy, sparking urgent action as these “forever chemicals” pose serious health risks. Though tap water remains safe, advisories now ban fishing, swimming, and pet exposure due to PFAS buildup in fish tissue. Testing of private wells and environmental samples is underway to map contamination spread, with cleanup plans still in early stages. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance…
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