1. U.S. Forest Service Halts Distribution of PFAS-Contaminated Firefighter Pants After Exposure
Following a ProPublica investigation, the U.S. Forest Service has ceased issuing wildland firefighter clothing known to contain PFAS, or 'forever chemicals.' The agency also stated it will instruct its equipment manufacturers to avoid using PFAS in future gear. ProPublica reported that until at least 2023, one of the F...