PFAS in Maine
Upcoming
- Tremont Community Meeting: Thursday July 16th, 5:00-6:30pm at the Bass Harbor Memorial Library. We will be discussing outcomes of the PULSE Project and future directions.
- Extension of PFAS well water testing in Tremont through July 31st. Click here to sign up for testing.
Recent news
New Water Treatment Facility Opens in Brunswick and Topsham, Addressing PFAS Concerns
The Brunswick and Topsham Water District has opened a new treatment facility at the Jordan Avenue Station designed to remove PFAS from drinking water. The $20 million project, developed with support from the U.S. Navy, can process up to 1.5 million gallons of water per day and serves about 30,000 to 40,000 people. The facility…
Elevated Levels of PFAS in Harpswell’s Eider Ducks and Bald Eagles After 2024 Spill
Scientists found elevated levels of PFAS in eider ducks and bald eagles around Harpswell following the 2024 firefighting foam spill at the former Brunswick Naval Air Station. Eider ducks near the spill had PFAS levels four to five times higher than birds farther away, while bald eagles showed the highest PFAS concentrations the researchers have recorded in coastal eagles. The findings suggest chemicals from the spill have entered local waterways and food webs. Read the full story here.
East Millinocket Fire Department Becomes First in Maine With PFAS-Free Gear
The East Millinocket Fire Department is the first in Maine to fully outfit its firefighters with PFAS-free protective gear. A $90,000 grant provided new gear for all full-time and volunteer members, improving safety, comfort, and morale while eliminating exposure to “forever chemicals.” Read the full story here.
