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State health officials brief Conifer crowd on PFAS tests, private-well program
Summary
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment staff explained PFAS health concerns, said public systems with elevated levels are being treated, and announced a statewide private-well PFAS testing program with free tests and potential filtration assistance.
State health officials told an April Conifer Area Council town hall that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widespread, persistent chemicals, that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has set maximum contaminant levels for some PFAS compounds, and that Colorado is rolling out testing and support for private wells.
"We call it PFAS for a reason," said David (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment), using the agency's shorthand for "per and polyfluoroalkyl substances." He explained PFAS are a family of man-made…
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