PFAS in Delaware - DNREC
WEBThe state maintains a list of sites being investigated by DNREC for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water, groundwater or surface water in Delaware.
Interactive Map: PFAS Contamination Crisis: New Data Show …
WEBThe number of U.S. communities confirmed to be contaminated with the highly toxic fluorinated compounds known as PFAS continues to grow at an alarming rate. The latest update of this interactive map shows PFAS pollution in public and private water systems.
DNREC Study Finds PFAS in Surface Water Samples
WEBSep 24, 2024 · The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control released findings from DNREC’s comprehensive study on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in surface waters across Delaware.
Forever chemicals found in Delaware’s surface water. What to know
WEBSep 30, 2024 · New data shows the persistence of forever chemicals in Delaware’s surface waters. A study conducted across 33 watersheds in the fall of 2022 looked at the extent of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl ...
DNREC study reveals extent of forever chemicals in surface water
WEB6 days ago · The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has released the results of a comprehensive baseline study of the presence of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl ...
Red Clay Creek, St. Jones River and More Report High Levels of …
WEB6 days ago · Many different methods were performed, looking at dozens of chemicals that fall under the PFAS family, and six watersheds were identified as having prioritized concentration for future testing. ... additional studies already are underway in multiple other watersheds around the state. PFAS in Delaware. Follow-up actions also will include ...
Visualizing Potential Routes of PFAS Exposure - ArcGIS StoryMaps
WEBThe map below compares fire station locations throughout Delaware with the State's drinking water protection areas. PFAS use in certain firefighting foams may increase emergency response professionals' occupational exposure to the compounds.
PFAS – Fighting Forever Chemicals in Delaware - DNREC
WEBIn 2021, Governor John Carney signed legislation directing the DPH, with DNREC as support, to establish a state-level maximum contaminant level (MCL) for PFOA and PFOS in Delaware. The development of the proposed MCL is underway with discussions and drafting of the regulatory language in progress.
Interactive Map: PFAS Contamination Crisis: New Data Show …
WEBThe known extent of contamination of American communities with the highly toxic fluorinated compounds known as PFAS continues to grow at an alarming rate.
WEBrestrict, and remediate PFAS in Delaware’s drinking water. DNREC and DPH consider the lifecycle of PFAS, get ahead of the problem, hold polluters accountable, ensure science-based decisions are made, and prioritize protection of disadvantaged communities.