In that earlier fact sheet, the state asserted that the discovery of the cancer - linked chemical in the public village water supply «does not constitute an immediate health hazard.» (politico.com)
For decades, the Saint - Gobain factory in Hoosick Falls produced Teflon - coated materials that the EPA says may have polluted the village water supply with PFOA — a toxic chemical that is used in non-stick cookware, stain - resistant carpets and packaging. (politico.com)
Months after the state of New York began responding to high levels of a toxic chemical in water supplies in Hoosick Falls, several steps have been taken, including the installation of filtration systems on the village water supply and private wells. (wamc.org)