Chicago has more lead service lines than any other city in the country—an estimated 400,000 pipes that allow lead to get in drinking water. Safe Water Engineering has been working to help residents understand the risks and the new requirements aimed at protecting public health and moving toward replacement.

Here are some recent news stories highlighting the scope of the problem, what’s being done about it, and why it matters…

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy recently issued a Significant Deficiency Violation Notice to the Wyandotte Water Department stating “Significant deficiencies represent an immediate health risk to consumers of water.”

Here is a summary of recent news coverage…

This article is part of “Flint Unfiltered: Stories from An American Water Crisis,” a project that DCReport has partnered on with the School of Journalism at Northeastern University.  Eight of their enterprising students delved into the story of Flint, Michigan, the site of one of the country’s worst public health crises. As part of our mentoring program, we’re amplifying their efforts by sharing the amazing work produced by their students, as well as personal essays from Flint residents and stakeholders. Please visit the project’s website HERE.

State survey raises concerns about Wyandotte’s ability to protect water customers from BASF pollution and other contaminants, water expert says.