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Forever Chemicals in Tiverton Water | Providence News

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A Rhode Island family’s well water is poisoned with PFAS—“forever chemicals” linked to cancer—after decades of firefighting foam contamination. The Reffelt family, forced to rely on bottled water, grapples with the painful coincidence that their late husband’s rapid cancer death may have been influenced by this toxic exposure. While state officials promise filtration systems, no timeline exists—and the town is now offering emergency clean water at the fire station. A town council meeting looms as residents demand answers and action to restore their safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/31bb8c1b5a1a5582

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