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Anglers warned against eating PFAS-contaminated fish from Wissahickon Creek
Original: Anglers warned to not eat PFAS contaminated fish from the Wissahickon watershed
Health officials in the Philadelphia area have warned anglers not to eat fish caught from the Wissahickon watershed after testing revealed contamination with PFAS, so-called forever chemicals linked to serious health risks. The advisory affects people who fish the creek, many of whom eat their catch. Officials are urging residents to follow consumption guidance while the extent of the contamination is assessed.
Why now: New health advisory over toxic PFAS chemicals in a popular local fishing spot has raised immediate public health and environmental concerns.
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