Environmental Health Information Service (EHIS) Environews by Topic: Water Pollution
Links to current information on water quality and treatment issues.
Water Quality and Contamination Information
A directory of local water providers in the United States and Canada, allows you to check the water quality in your area.
Trihalomethanes (THM) and Our Water Supply
University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Water Quality Education Resources. health issues related to THM.
The Hidden Dangers of Water
Article on the contamination of drinking water in the US. More than one third of all waterways are reported to be unsuitable for fishing or swimming because of pollution. Most contaminants are sewage and bacteria, fertilizer, toxic metals, oil and grease.
Drinking Water Resources
Provides information on the safety and quality of drinking water. Details on contaminants and health effects, particularly on children.
Drinking Water Standards
Several tables showing drinking water standards as set by the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Lifewater International
A resource detailing low cost treatment, storage, distribution and sanitation methods to help the rural poor obtain safe water. Designs require Acrobat Reader.
The North Battleford Water Inquiry
Official website provides news, transcripts and final submission documents.
Water Pollution
A forum covering water pollution issues, including drinking water, hard water, well water, pond water and swimming pool water discussion.
Water Treatment
A water treatment resource dedicated to providing a non-jargon guide to various home water treatment and filter systems.
Water And You In not-so-Supernatural British Columbia
Water fact sheet by Stan Rowe researches waterborne disease, protection options, and the pitfalls of chlorination.
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