Madison (Wisconsin) Water Utility has announced it is shutting down a drinking water well in an effort to protect customers from hazardous chemicals originating from Truax Field Air National Guard Base.
After hearing citizen complaints that the state and federal government aren’t doing enough to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination issues, the Madison Water Utility Board called for a more aggressive approach.
Madison Water Utility will temporarily rely on other well facilities to serve the Well 15 area on the city’s east side as it waits for a recommended PFAS standard from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). The
News Briefs: Utility Shuts Down Well Waiting for PFAS Guidance
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