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Toxic PFAS Chemicals in New Mexico Waters

January 22, 2021
A body of water flanked by greenery and rocky hills in the background.

January 22, 2021 – In cooperation with the New Mexico Environment Department, the U.S. Geological Survey tested groundwater and surface water in 16 counties to find where PFAS are present and which specific types of those toxic substances have found their way into the state’s waters. The tests did not reveal alarmingly high levels of…

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Top Stories of 2020: #5 & #4

December 28, 2020
Graphic reading "#5, #4".

January 1, 2021 – This week, we continue our countdown of the top stories of 2020. Coming in at number 5 on this year’s list is climate change in New Mexico. From warming temperatures to water shortages, wildfires to a mysterious bird die-off this fall, no part of our state is untouched by our changing…

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