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Forever Chemicals in Alabama Water | Birmingham News
Forever chemicals called PFAS, once used by carpet makers in Georgia to make stains resistant, are now contaminating drinking water in east Alabama—linking to serious health risks like cancer and developmental issues. A documentary exposed how these toxins, carried downstream over 100 miles, are still showing up in water systems. Residents, including lifelong Gadsden locals suffering from thyroid and liver issues, are left wondering if it’s safe to bathe or cook. A new reverse osmosis plant, set to open in 2027, is the city’s answer—but it’s too late for many. In 2016, Gadsden sued the…
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