Filter By:
Type
State
Priority
Posted On
Search Results
Toxic Chemicals in Waterways
PFAS chemicals are a class of chemicals used to make products grease proof, water-proof, stick-proof, and stain-resistant.
PFAS-Containing Firefighting Foams
Firefighters are particularly at risk from PFAS exposure because they are exposed to AFFF during both training and actual fires. Additionally, some of their firefighting gear contain PFAS chemicals. A study of Los Angeles fire fighters done by Biomonitoring California demonstrated elevated levels of PFOS and other PFAS chemicals in their test subjects.