‘Forever chemicals’ found in South Bend water

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) — We’re learning South Bend is one of two cities in Indiana with “forever chemicals” in the water.

This report comes from our partners at the South Bend Tribune.

According to a report by the Environmental Protection Agency, South Bend’s PFAS count in drinking water is above federal standards.

PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are lasting chemicals that break down overtime.

Scientific studies have shown that exposure to some of these chemicals may be linked to harmful health effects in humans and animals.

You are encouraged to get a filter that is specifically certified to filter PFAS.

The EPA recommends using the following types of water filters:

• Charcoal (Granular Activated Carbon or GAC): These filters use carbon to trap chemicals as water passes through them.
• Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems: Reverse osmosis is a process that forces water through an extremely thin barrier that separates chemicals from the water.
• Ion Exchange Resins: Resins are tiny beads that act like powerful magnets that attract and hold the contaminated materials from passing through the water system.

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