324 contaminants found in drinking water systems across US: Research

New data show widespread chemical contamination of drinking water

A newly released trove of data reveals widespread pollution of US tap water with more than 320 chemical contaminants, including industrial chemicals and farm-related pollutants. The latest information is part of a tap water database, created by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), and incorporates information from nearly 50,000 water systems collected between 2021 and 2023. Though few chemicals were found exceeding the federal government’s leg…

Millions of Americans exposed to contaminated drinking water: Report

Analysis finds toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radioactive substances in tap water - Anadolu Ajansı

324 contaminants found in drinking water systems across US: Research

A survey of nearly 50,000 water networks nationwide revealed a staggering 324 different contaminants flowing out of American taps — with detectable levels of various pollutants showing up in nearly all water systems. The findings, from this year’s update to the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Tap Water Database, reveal that millions of people could be consuming…

American drinking water is contaminated with hazardous chemicals, finds new report

Tap water is delivering harmful chemicals like PFAS (“forever chemicals”), heavy metals, and radioactive substances to millions of Americans.

Over 300 Contaminants Found In Drinking Water Across The US | WRKO-AM 680

The contaminants include toxic "forever chemicals," as well as volatile organic compounds that can cause numerous health issues.

Water contamination by various hazardous substances can have a negative impact on health. Starting from allergies, hormonal disorders, even heart disease or cancer.