Dangerous ‘forever chemicals’ detected in 2 Nevada water systems

Dangerous ‘forever chemicals’ detected in 2 Nevada water systems

Two Nevada water delivery systems have been flagged for elevated levels of “forever chemicals” as part of statewide testing that is moving forward despite changing rules under a new presidential administration.

Unhealthy tap water at farmworker housing prompts fixes

Notices at Buena Vista Migrant Center inform residents of potentially harmful chemicals in the tap water. (Nik Altenberg — Santa Cruz Local) WATSONVILLE >> For years, questionable tap water at two farmworker housing complexes near Buena Vista Drive has left residents to buy gallons of bottled water for cooking and drinking. Because of high levels of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” found in the water, its well is expected to be the first small-scal…