EPA assessment of Seacoast Superfund site finds 'unacceptable added risk' from PFAS.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a risk assessment of the Seacoast Superfund site and found an "unacceptable added risk" from PFAS chemicals in surface water near the Coakley Landfill. The EPA identified high levels of contaminants in surface water, prompting the agency to require additional signage warning the public to avoid contact with the water. PFAS chemicals, linked to various health issues, were found to exceed screening levels, raising concerns about human health and environmental impact. Ongoing monitoring and investigations are being conducted to address the contamination and protect public health. [Extracted from the article]