PFAS Divide: Clean La Cienega, Contaminated La Cieneguilla
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A new report reveals a stark divide in PFAS contamination between La Cieneguilla and La Cienega in Santa Fe County. While La Cieneguillas wells show levels far above federal limits, La Cienegas tests are clean. The report blames a natural underground divide and various sources like firefighting foams, wastewater discharges, and septic systems. Residents are worried due to potential health risks. The state Environment Department is offering free well testing and filtration installs. The report recommends more monitoring and long-term solutions like treated city water or direct cleanup.
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