PFAS

Plasma may seem like a tool of science fiction. But at a lab at Michigan State University, researchers are using the fourth state of matter to destroy PFAS.

After learning of PFAS contamination in her hometown of Oscoda, Cathy Wusterbarth said the first thing she wanted to know was: how to get tested?

The EPA’s new health advisories show that essentially no levels of PFAS are safe in drinking water.

The new safety limits for PFAS chemicals in drinking water are low - far lower than most lab equipment can detect. Some experts have concerns that communities may not trust when these forever chemicals show as “not detected” in their drinking water.

On the surface, Van Etten Lake looks just like any other lake in Northern Michigan.Except on the beach, there’s a sign posted by the Michigan Department of Health. It warns swimmers to avoid foam because it “may” contain PFAS.

Michigan Senator Gary Peters held a hearing yesterday on federal efforts to clean up, and prevent, PFAS contamination.

The letter addresses new EPA health advisories, which say PFAS are more dangerous than once thought.

Tony Spaniola was at the National PFAS Contamination Conference when the new federal advisories were announced June 15. He said the announcement received a standing ovation from the crowd of scientists, policymakers and community leaders.

Cascade Township could get a little over seven million dollars from a federal water bill approved by the U-S House last week.