One of the world’s largest carpet manufacturers alleges that chemical companies misled it into using PFAS, contaminating water supplies in Georgia and sparking legal action.
Andy Pierrotti reports for Atlanta News First.
In short:
- Mohawk Industries filed a lawsuit against 3M, claiming the company concealed the health risks of PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.”
- The city of Dalton, Georgia, also sued Shaw Industries for allegedly contaminating its sewage system with PFAS.
- Environmental activist Erin Brockovich is raising awareness through town halls as PFAS levels in local water sources exceed EPA limits.
Key quote:
“You have a PFAS contamination and it’s a big one.”
— Erin Brockovich, environmental activist
Why this matters:
PFAS contamination poses serious health risks, including cancer and reproductive issues. Communities relying on affected water sources face potential health crises and costly cleanup efforts. Legal action seeks accountability from manufacturers and compensation for impacted residents.
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