PFAS have Contaminated US Drinking Water Wells, According to a USGS Study

A new study by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has revealed that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) “forever chemicals” are now contaminating both private and public drinking water wells. The study found that 20% of private wells and 60% of public wells in 16 eastern states were contaminated by PFAS chemicals.