People demand investigation into drinking water politicisation
Srinagar, Oct 15, KDC: Amidst growing public demands for an investigation surrounding the laying of water pipes at the source of Ningli Nallah, the top officials of the NITI Aayog will visit Wagoora town of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district today. The residents of Wagoora have been demanding an investigation by a central agency into the […]
System: Future of water in Hawai‘i focus of UH innovation conference
University of Hawaiʻi Contact: One of the featured sessions will focus on the cultural and historical significance of water. UH experts and industry leaders will discuss how to solve challenges related to water in Hawaiʻi. Link to video and sound (details below): https://bit.ly/3g5nlkr WHAT: The University of Hawaiʻi will host “Water Resilience in Hawai‘i,” a […]
Dentists concerned as Queensland lags nation on fluoride in drinking water
Maria Chatfield was stunned when she took her four children for a routine dental check earlier this year only for the dentists to marvel at the condition of their teeth. Key points: Of Queensland’s 77 local government areas, 51 do not have fluoridated water Dentists hope a study showing fluoride does not affect children’s brains will […]
Woman Has Eye Removed After Parasite Enters Eye From Tap Water
A woman had her left eye removed after she showered while wearing contact lenses and it got infected. Marie Mason caught a rare parasite infection, called Acanthamoeba keratitis, which can cause blindness. Symptoms of the infection include: eye pain, blurred vision, and the sensation of something in the eye. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for […]
₹700-crore project at Avulapalle to end drinking water problems of Punganur and Piler constituencies in Andhra Pradesh
The project with a storage capacity of 3.5 tmc ft will provide irrigation water to 60,000 acres; 176 families will be provided with R&R benefits The project with a storage capacity of 3.5 tmc ft will provide irrigation water to 60,000 acres; 176 families will be provided with R&R benefits Minister for Energy, Forests, and […]
Lake County News,California – Study: Harmful toxins from algal bloom are contaminating drinking water
LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — As climate change increases temperatures, harmful algal blooms, or HABs, caused by cyanobacteria are on the rise in lakes, rivers and reservoirs, posing a health threat to humans, domestic animals and wildlife. A study published this week by the Public Health Institute’s Dr. Gina Solomon and PHI’s Tracking California program revealed […]
Joshua Nagine: L/A residents can’t remain silent on drinking water issues
As an environmentalist, humanist and ratepayer, I’m hoping Auburn and Lewiston residents will advocate for themselves regarding our drinking water. There are myriad considerations concerning the debate around development within the watershed. The science is complex, as are the arguments. Let me attempt to simplify. Any new housing within the watershed without more stringent environmental […]
What are you doing on Water Night? – The Echo
Water Night was a great way to learn how much we all take the important household utility for granted and Tweed Shire residents are being urged to sign on for next Thursday’s event and experience first-hand how much they rely on tap water. Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry when we turn on the tap, […]
American Chemistry Council Challenges EPA’s New PFOA and PFOS Health Advisories for Drinking Water | King & Spalding
Also late this summer, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) filed a petition with the Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit challenging EPA’s recent interim Lifetime Health Advisories on Four Perfluoroalkyl Substances,which updated EPA’s standards for PFOA and PFOS in drinking water from 70 parts per trillion (ppt) each to 0.004 ppt and 0.02 ppt, […]
Underwood, White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu Announce New Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Illinois Communities to Ensure Safe Drinking Water
JOLIET – This week, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14) announced that $148 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is coming home to Illinois. Underwood made the announcement at a press conference with Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu. The funding will flow through Illinois’ Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) […]