Gloucester County PFC Water Contamination Information: Selected Websites

Detection of Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) in U.S. Drinking Water Linked to Industrial Sites, Military Fire Training Areas, and Wastewater Treatment Plants

In a proactive move, and as a result of a voluntary, precautionary test performed by Solvay Solexus, a West Deptford based chemical company, the City of Woodbury will temporarily not utilize one of their five (5) active wells used for the public water supply.
Solvay, in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, recently began similar tests in some surrounding communities as a result of the possible contamination of the water supply by their facility. The results found in one of the City’s wells was less than what was found in other municipalities, but nonetheless the City is taking pre-emptive action and gathering more information from our entire water supply system to ensure the highest level of public safety.

The Woodbury, NJ town council has decided to delay taking the first step toward possibly selling the community's water authority to a private company. Residents urged the council to address the contamination of two drinking water wells with toxic PFNA before making the move. The council had decided to form a task force to
examine the problem.

EPA has established health advisories for PFOA and PFOS based on the agency’s assessment of the latest peer-reviewed science to provide drinking water system operators, and state, tribal and local officials who have the primary responsibility for overseeing these systems, with information on the health risks of these chemicals, so they can take the appropriate actions to protect their residents. EPA is committed to supporting states and public water systems as they determine the appropriate steps to reduce exposure to PFOA and PFOS in drinking water. As science on health effects of these chemicals evolves, EPA will continue to evaluate new evidence.

Official East Greenwich Township municipal website (no mention of water contamination action as of 4/23/14).

Environmental Protection Agency Pollution History at the Solvay Specialty Polymers, LLC site.

Frequently asked questions regarding water quality from the Borough of Paulsboro.

Official Greenwich Township municipal website. Includes a section on water contamination issues and action on home page.

Maximum Contaminant Level Recommendation for
Perfluorooctanoic Acid in Drinking Water

Minnesota Department of Health Evaluation of Point-of-Use Water Treatment Devices for Perfluorochemical Removal Final Report - Summary

They're called "Teflon" chemicals, but they could just as easily be called stain-resistant carpet chemicals, or waterproof parka chemicals.

While they may produce items valued by consumers, they also show up in New Jersey's drinking water with greater frequency than any state except California, according to a Harvard University analysis of water samples nationwide.

The DWQI has 15 members - six members serve ex officio and nine members are appointed, three each by the Governor, the Senate President, and the Speaker of the Assembly. Appointed members are from the academic scientific community, members public with background in environmental health and from regulated public water supply systems. The Chairman is designated by the Governor.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Fact Sheet and Letter pertaining to safety issues regarding the PCF contamination.

The Department is proposing to amend the New Jersey Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) rules at N.J.A.C. 7:10 to establish, as recommended by the New Jersey Drinking Water Quality Institute (Institute), a maximum contaminant level (MCL) for perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) of 0.013 micrograms per liter (µg/l) and an MCL for 1,2,3-trichloropropane (1,2,3-TCP) of 0.030 µg/l.

The City Council has begun the process of evaluating our Water and Sewer Utility for the purpose of possibly selling the utility. The information contained on this page includes all of the reports commissioned and actions taken to this point. There will be a series of public meetings and opportunities for public input and discussion in the coming weeks and months. If you have any questions about the information contained here, or about the process itself, please do not hesitate to contact: Michael Theokas, City Administrator, at 845-1300 ext. 120, or mtheokas@woodbury.nj.us.

PAC was formed to act as one voice to stand up for the town of Paulsboro & inform the community of vital information that concerns our safety.

Includes Information on Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA), Perfluorooctyl Sulfonate (PFOS), and All Other PFASs, and on PFCs

Recommendation on Perfluorinated Compound Treatment Options for Drinking Water

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs): What EPA is Doing. Includes Information on Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA), Perfluorooctyl Sulfonate (PFOS), and All Other PFASs