"Challenges and Strategies for Controlling Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water"

Alabama is still struggling with drinking water contamination by "forever chemicals," with numerous systems testing far over the new federal limits for PFAS, a group of man-made chemicals linked to health problems. While some systems have made improvements, others continue to exceed the limits, prompting the need for specialized filters and potential legal action against PFAS manufacturers. The EPA's new rules aim to remove these chemicals from drinking water to almost non-existent levels by 2029, with health advocates emphasizing the significant public health impact of these new regulations.