Belgium sued over inaction on PFAS pollution

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Belgium faces a complaint for inaction on PFAS pollution. Environmental lawyers filed a grievance alleging the country failed to protect citizens from "forever chemicals." Belgium reportedly has the highest PFAS pollution levels in Europe, with contamination found nationwide, including in Brussels tap water and near industrial sites. Authorities were aware of the issue for years before acting. PFAS exposure is linked to serious health problems like cancer and infertility. The chemicals persist and accumulate in the body.


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