Tapped Out: America's Drinking Water and the Health Risks Hidden Behind Legal Limits

Gaps in water safety standards exist throughout the U.S.

The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels, or MCLs, for certain chemicals in drinking water, but many of these legal limits are outdated and inadequate for protecting public health. Some MCLs haven’t been updated in decades, even though new scientific evidence shows that even low levels of exposure to certain chemicals can be harmful.

The Tap Water Database is a free, user-friendly tool that helps consumers find out what's in their drinking water, filling the gaps left by federal regulations. By entering a ZIP code, users can access detailed reports on contaminants, health risks and compliance violations in their local water supply.

Learn how to protect yourself with these tips ➡️ https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/state-of-american-drinking-water.php

In a heart-pounding display of human tenacity, 102-year-old Japanese legend Kokichi Akuzawa defied the ravages of time and conquered Japan's majestic Mount Fuji—its soaring 12,388-foot peak—smashing his own record as the oldest climber to ever tame this iconic volcano! Undeterred by a battle with heart disease, a recent bout of shingles, and a mid-ascent injury that would’ve grounded lesser souls, Akuzawa charged upward, flanked by his fearless 70-year-old daughter, his spirited granddaughter, and a loyal band of comrades whose cheers echoed through the misty crags. “The climb was brutal,” he admitted, “but my friends’ encouragement lit a fire in me, and we made it!” This wasn’t his first dance with destiny—Akuzawa stunned the world at 96 by summiting Fuji, but now, at 102, his triumph roars a challenge to the ages: no mountain is too high, no obstacle too great, when courage and heart lead the way!

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Link to article: https://www.foxnews.com/travel/102-year-old-man-conquers-japans-highest-peak-record-breaking-climb