lead in water
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EPA scientist on leave says agency effort to protect children from lead has stalled
The CDC says there is no safe level of exposure to lead, which can cause developmental problems and learning disabilities in children.
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Anne Arundel Co. Schools resumes testing water for lead
Water sample testing for lead has resumed at Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The process isn’t unique to the school district. It’s required for all schools throughout the state that are served by public water.
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Elevated lead levels found in water at 12 of 21 Montgomery Co. schools tested so far
It’s early in the process, but more than half the Montgomery County schools tested so far have shown elevated levels of lead in their drinking water. Find the worst offenders, and where you can check to see which schools have been tested.
9 months ago -
Tests showed detectable lead levels in 3 Manassas City Public Schools
Testing of water this summer from drinking fountains and other water sources at Manassas City Public Schools turned up lead in three different samples, including one that was above acceptable federal standards.
2 years ago -
DC steps up efforts to protect children from lead
New legislation would mandate regular testing of drinking water in every school, recreation center and child development facility in the city.
2 years ago -
DC adopts tougher lead testing policy at schools, rec centers
The District is adopting a tougher testing standard at certain facilities in order to protect children from lead in drinking water.
2 years ago -
Photos: How D.C. keeps its water safe from lead
At the Washington Aqueduct, the addition of orthophosphate prevents corrosion of aging lead pipes, reducing the amount of toxic lead in drinking water.
3 years ago -
Before Flint: D.C.’s drinking water crisis was even worse
More than a decade before Flint, Michigan, a crisis in the nation’s capital raised fear, and ultimately awareness, about the dangers of lead in drinking water.
3 years ago
