Until the hazards are dealt with, the National Park Service recommends avoiding swimming, fishing, surfing or wading in the affected area. If your skin comes into contact with contaminated sediment or water, the National Park Service recommends thoroughly washing the area with soap and water.
VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz have proven their dedication to reducing the amount of PFAS people come into contact with from drinking water to consumer goods. Both politicians have shown they understand the dangerous reality of these chemicals
North Carolina will receive over half a million dollars to test lead in drinking waters at schools and child care centers.
“These chemicals cause cancer, these chemicals cause a multitude of other diseases. These chemicals damage our environment,” resident Jill Hoffman declared at a heated public hearing.
The funding, which aims to reduce air pollution, enhance environmental justice, and bolster climate resilience, is seen as a vital step in the fight against greenhouse gas emissions.
Should Trump take the presidency, Project 2025 recommends that the National Weather Service “should fully commercialize its forecasting operations.” Effectively privatizing weather data could hinder everyday Americans’ access to weather data.
The funding will facilitate a range of initiatives, including the construction of new facilities, upgrades to existing water systems, and the removal of harmful contaminants.
The idea of relocating Princeville first came about after Hurricane Matthew. The state stepped in to help, buying 53 acres of vacant land near the town and providing funds to town leaders to plan a new mixed-use neighborhood.
North Carolina residents are facing a growing health risk and a potential financial burden as state regulators delay setting limits on harmful chemicals known as PFAS.
After decades of work, environmental groups finally achieved a major victory for the Watauga River. On July 2nd, the last dam on the waterway, Shull’s Mill Dam, began to be dismantled. This marks a significant milestone in the restoration of the river’s natural flow, stretching from its headwaters near Boone, North Carolina all the way to Watauga Lake in Tennessee.