When it comes to access to safe potable water in the US, “race is still the strongest determinant,” report finds
The situation is worsening in neighborhoods with poorly constructed septic systems or sewers when extreme weather events such as hurricanes, droughts and extreme rainfall cause the sewer systems to constantly back up and overflow.A decade ago, tap water began to burn people's eyes when they showered and leave white residue when they washed their cars. East Orosi, California's well is contaminated by runoff from orchards surrounding the town, and from leaking septic systems.
Another issue involves the effects of agricultural and industrial production. Since 2013, thousands of Californians in the Central Valley are unable to drink water from domestic wells and municipal systems because they are contaminated with nitrates and bacteria from farm and dairy runoff, as well as arsenic, uranium and other harmful industrial chemicals, researchers found.
"That impacts their ability to stay healthy, go to school, work and keep a normal life," McGraw said.
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