Report set to reveal toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in Georgia’s waterways

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — An environmental advocacy group is set to release a report Tuesday detailing where toxic PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as “forever chemicals,” have been found in Georgia’s lakes and rivers, including the Chattahoochee River.

The pending Environment Georgia Research & Policy Center report highlights the threat forever chemicals pose to fish, wildlife and our drinking water. The report also calls for more transparency from officials on PFAS.

The group will detail the findings at an 11 a.m. press conference at a Smyrna site overlooking the Chattahoochee River. Atlanta News First will stream it live…

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