Addressing Lead Exposure Risks in Water: Lessons from Flint, Michigan, and Current Challenges in Rhode Island
A stark reminder of the dangers of lead in water comes from the infamous Flint water crisis, which unfolded in 2014. The decision to switch water sources in Flint exposed around 100,000 residents, including 6,000 to 12,000 children being especially vulnerable to the harmful effects of lead in drinking water. This crisis emphasized the urgent …