Study finds high levels of PFAS in foam on Wisconsin waterways
Wisconsin and Michigan have previously issued warnings about avoiding contact with foam on surface waters.
by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner July 10, 2024
Researchers at UW-Madison have found that PFAS are higher in naturally occurring foam on Wisconsin lakes and rivers than the waters below, according to a study released this week.
Researchers analyzed samples from foams at the top layer of 43 lakes and rivers across the state, looking for 36 different types of PFAS — harmful man-made chemicals…