Still, tap water has its own concerns, such as contaminants like PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as "forever chemicals"), heavy metals and the ongoing debate over fluoride.

The Silent Spring Institute found that 27% of the 4,800 public water systems it analyzed had detectable levels of at least one of four “harmful” types of chemicals not regulated by the … ...

After you test your tap water, it’s important to know your local results to decide whether you need to filter your water, Consumer Reports says.

Paying closer attention to what was coming out of my faucet changed the way I see the world. By A. Cerisse Cohen I used to have no problem with tap water. I grew up in Cincinnati with parents who ...

Trump Administration Aims to Roll Back Limits on Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water “Finally the EPA issued these rules, and today Lee Zeldin announced he’s rolling them back.” ...

Asheville now has running tap water post-Helene, but no one known when it will be drinkable, officials say. Share Copy Link. Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 3:56 PM EDT Oct 28, 2024 ...

With Richmond businesses and homes remaining under a boil water advisory after a malfunction at the city’s water reservoir system, many may wonder what tap water can and cannot be used for, a… ...

In the U.S., tap water is generally safe and not a likely source of brain-eating-amoeba infections, experts told Live Science. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

The Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday a proposal to eliminate Biden-era regulations restricting power plant greenhouse gas pollution, a move that would significantly increase U.S.

Original story posted Monday, May 12, 2025. Updated Tuesday, May 13, 2025. All residents and businesses in Manitou Springs should only use tap water for essential drinking needs, as the city ...

Jakarta administration-owned tap water company PT PAM Jaya is installing 1.6-meter diameter distribution pipes to reach a 100-percent coverage of tap water in Jakarta by 2030. (Antara /Alif Bintang ) ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- There is a new state-of-the-art drinking water laboratory in Raleigh that will serve hundreds of thousands of people. Drinking water in Raleigh has always been safe, but ...