Gov. DeSantis signs phaseout of toxic firefighting foam tied to cancer-causing 'forever chemicals'

Gov. DeSantis signs phaseout of toxic firefighting foam tied to cancer-causing 'forever chemicals'

Florida is set to begin phasing out a firefighting foam long used on fuel fires as concerns grow over the PFAS compounds it contains. These forever chemicals and their links to cancer and other serious illnesses are a major concern for the officials, the community, and the firefighters forced to use them. The new law could help curb future contamination of drinking water, soil, and wastewater systems while pushing agencies toward safer alternati…