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Columbus plans to lower toxic PFAS in drinking water, 6 more utilities have unhealthy levels

Rebecca Thiele

There are 30 drinking water utilities in Indiana with toxic PFAS in their treated water at levels that are above federal health guidelines.
Measures to spotlight health risks from PFAS in firefighter gear close to becoming Indiana law

Adam Rayes

PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are human-made chemicals found in everything from carpets, to fast food wrappers, to firefighting foams on military bases.