More Floridians are exposed to unsafe drinking water than just about anywhere in the country, according to a study of violations.
The state ranked second in the number of people impacted by violations under the Safe Drinking Water Act based on the most recent data available from 2015, the Natural Resources Defense Council said. Nationally, 77 million people were exposed to unsafe water, with violations including high levels or toxic arsenic, lead and other chemicals, as well as failure to test or report contamination.
“The problem is two-fold: there’s no cop on the beat enforcing our drinking water laws, and we’re living on borrowed time with our ancient, deteriorating water infrastructure,” Erik Olson, NRDC’s health program director, said in a statement.
“We take it for granted that when we turn on our kitchen tap, the water will be safe and healthy, but we have a long way to go before that is reality across our country.”
It is important to note that this list is not exhaustive and may not include all dangerous chemicals, bacteria, and viruses that have been found in Florida's drinking water. Additionally, the presence of these contaminants may vary depending on location and water source.
Here are some resources where you can find more information about the quality of your drinking water:
It is always important to be aware of the potential contaminants in your drinking water and take steps to protect yourself and your family. This may include installing a home water filter, boiling your water before drinking, or using bottled water.
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Check your water quality with the Environmental Working Group's Tap Water Database.
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