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Video (1-minute): A fire hose of ‘forever chemicals’

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Video (1-minute): A fire hose of ‘forever chemicals’

By Marina Schauffler
Maine state capitol

The Maine Morning Star in partnership with the Pulitzer Center has published a 3-part investigative series by independent journalist Marina Schauffler examining the prevalence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in and from firefighting, particularly in the use of foam known as AFFF and in firefighter turnout gear.