Contaminants

EPA Will Expeditiously Review New Science on Fluoride in Drinking Water. At an event in Salt Lake City, Utah, with U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin

The Water Quality Index (WQI) is a numerical tool used to evaluate and summarize the overall health of a water body, such as a river, lake, or groundwater source. It takes complex water quality data

Department of Environmental Quality found dozens of sites in Virginia that contain harmful chemicals in drinking water. Sampling detected PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in water all around the state

B.F. Environmental Consultants is a professional environmental consulting firm based in Northeastern Pennsylvania, specifically in Dallas, PA. Here's an overview based on available information:

Testing private well water is crucial for ensuring its safety and quality. There are several types of tests you can conduct to check for various contaminants, including bacteria, heavy metals, and chemical

Water issues in Canada are multifaceted, with challenges relating to both the abundance and scarcity of water. While Canada is home to some of the largest freshwater reserves in the world, several

If you are on public water supply system that is using chloramines to help disinfect and maintain a disinfection residual in your tap water, you may have been consuming chloronitramide anion

Arsenic exposure can lead to various skin lesions and is also a known carcinogen, meaning it can increase the risk of developing cancer, particularly skin cancer. Here’s an overview of the relationship

Since the New Administration appears to have selected Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (RFK Jr.) (a Lawyer) the new Health Czar and Head of the USA Department of Health, we thought it might be wise to ask ChatGPT

If you drinking water quality violates the terms of you manufactures warranty for that new water related appliance, the Warranty on that NEW Water Appliance may mean nothing and may be invalid on

We review the proposed EPA Lead and Copper Rule Improvements. The proposed LCRI stated that its primary objective is to protect children and adults from the health effects of lead in drinking water.

Learn more about the EPA’s new Guidance for Developing and Maintaining a Service Line Inventory.

Part of the KnowYourH2O Team philosophy is adherence to the scientific method. We are open to having our existing knowledge and any information we provide examined for the benefit of improving our own knowledge and in turn

Geologist and Professor Dr. Brian Redmond takes a deep dive into the science of Radionuclides and how they can impact drinking water safety.

Is it possible for water to be radioactive? The answer, intriguingly, is yes, but this occurrence is quite rare and typically not a concern for most people.

Our newest team member Samantha explores the hidden dangers in skincare and makeup. As an aspiring esthetician, she sheds light on harmful chemicals in popular brands, their impact on health, and recommends safer choices.

Nitrate-nitrogen (or Nitrite-nitrogen) in groundwater or your drinking water may result from point sources such as sewage discharges and livestock facilities or non-point sources such as fertilized cropland, parks, golf courses, lawn and gardens

There have been a lot of news articles, blog posts, and stories about “Forever Chemicals” and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), but few of these stories really gives you any idea of what to do

So, what is the role of the Water Professional during tragic events like the East Palestine train derailment? The main objective is to understand the what, how, why, and current conditions.

Residents in Western Pennsylvania discover Horsehair Worms (Nematodes) in their Well Water.

Info regarding the Ohio, Pennsylvania and Federal Environmental Protection Agencies response to the contamination risks of the Ohio Train Derailment.

An agricultural operation is dependent on not only the health of the livestock, but also the ecosystem of the farm and the area around the agricultural operation, and the farmers health.

Polycythemia vera is a rare blood disorder in which there is an increase in all blood cells, particularly red blood cells, which makes the blood thicker. This can lead to strokes or tissue and organ damage.

While on vacation, I repeatedly heard ads about water contamination at Camp Lejeune and like any other workaholic in the water treatment profession, I had

Animals in the wild are as vulnerable to lead poisoning as humans are. In this article, Chief Naturalist Susan Gallagher describes the impact of lead on an eagle that consumed an animals that was shot with ammunition containing lead pellets.

Even though 60% of the human body is water, the impact of water on health is often overlooked. The primary health concerns with water relate to both quantity and quality.

Despite measures taken by the EPA and many states, lead poisoning is still a serious concern. Lead can be found in old water taps as well as interior and exterior piping.

The following are Top Contaminants generally found in drinking water. The Top Contaminants found in drinking water vary depending on where you live and the source of your drinking water.