Perchlorate Injury Lawsuits. Perchlorate has been found in local drinking wells across the country in amounts that could be causing the slow spread of serious disease. ‘Perchlorate’ is one of a newly recognized group of toxins called endocrine disrupters, which can alter hormonal balances and impede human reproduction and … [Read more...]
Perchlorate Side Effects May Lead To Human Health Hazard Lawsuits
EPA Moves to Regulate Perchlorate, Other Toxic Chemicals in Drinking Water
Standards for perchlorate in drinking water supplies will be developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the first time in the agency's history. Perchlorate, which is both man-made and naturally occurring, is a component of rocket fuel, fireworks and explosives. The toxic chemical, which can disrupt the … [Read more...]
Jet Fuel Discovered in Baby Formula
Rocket Fuel Component Perchlorate In Baby Formula Under Probe. The rocket fuel component, perchlorate, has been found in baby formulas, according to scientists from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Perchlorate has been linked to thyroid disease. USA Today reported that a study of 15 powdered infant … [Read more...]
EPA Ignores Rocket Fuel Toxin in Nation’s Water
Rocket Fuel Toxin Was Dumped In The Ground By Missile-Makers. The chemical, perchlorate, was dumped in the ground by military and missile-makers years ago and it has since spread from bases and factories, tainting wells and rivers across the country. Now, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is saying that it is not … [Read more...]
State proposes clean-up standards for harmful contaminant
Officials Proposed Cleanup Standards For Harmful Contaminant. State environmental officials on Tuesday proposed water cleanup standards for perchlorate, a potentially harmful chemical that has been found in drinking water sources at 10 sites in Massachusetts. Perchlorate, a rocket fuel ingredient, is used in road flares, fireworks … [Read more...]
Delay in Releasing Study Finding Toxic Rocket Fuel Chemical (Perchlorate) in Most Americans
EWG Fight Against Rocket Fuel Chemical Unleashed On The Environment. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a highly credible public watchdog organization that has been dedicated to conducting environmental investigations since 1993. Through the years, EWG has been in the forefront of the fight against dangerous toxins unleashed … [Read more...]
Perchlorate Is Detected In Private Wells In Westport
Perchlorate Detected In Wells Around Westport High School. Perchlorate has been detected in five private wells in the area around Westport High School at levels above the temporary 1.0 parts per billion set by the state. Although 20 parts per billion of perchlorate is safe for most people, high risk groups are advised against … [Read more...]
