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Friday, October 21, 2005
Get the Lead Out
What's going on with DC's lead-in-the-water problem? There was a big hubbub a year or so ago – testing, analysis and folks being notified about the severity of the problem. WASA raised our rates, and has been sending me water filters and full-color brochures describing how much they care about the quality of my water. Didn't the Army Corps of Engineers "introduce" a couple of chemicals that were supposed to "coat" our pipes to keep the lead from leeching into the water? I've been using double-filtered water for everything from boiling pasta to making coffee.
Check out the Lead Safe Washington Fair, with free lead screenings for children under 6 and for pregnant or nursing women, representatives from government and non-profits, info on lead poisoning prevention resources, lead abatement, live performances by local talent, fun and games for the kids and a free lunch (while supplies last).
When: Sat., Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where:Housing Finance Agency (815 Florida Ave. NW) More Info: Annie Fitzgerald at 202/442-7184 or Dr. Ignatius Ukpabi at 202/535-1916
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