Water contamination is a significant issue in the USA,
involving a variety of pollutants. Common contaminants include:
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Protozoa
- Heavy Metals
- Pesticides and Herbicides
- Industrial Chemicals
- Volatile Organic Compounds
- Synthetic Organic Compounds
- Radon
- Uranium
- Radium
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Protozoa
- Heavy Metals
- Pesticides and Herbicides
- Industrial Chemicals
Lead contamination
in Flint, Michigan's water supply.
PFAS contamination
from industrial discharge.
Common in agricultural
regions like the Midwest.
• Agricultural Runoff: Pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
• Industrial Discharge: Chemicals and heavy metals.
• Sewage and Wastewater: Pathogens and pharmaceuticals
.• Natural Sources: Arsenic, radon.
• Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA): Regulates public water systems.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Sets standards for drinking water quality.
• State Agencies: Enforce regulations and conduct monitoring.
• Water Treatment Plants: Use filtration, chlorination, and other methods.
• Public Awareness: Encouraging safe disposal of chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
• Policy and Legislation: Implementing stricter controls on industrial emissions and agricultural practices.
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