We all rely on tap water to stay hydrated, cook meals, do laundry, and keep our homes running smoothly. While most of us assume tap water is safe and clean, most communities across the United States are dealing with hidden contaminants in their water supply. From arsenic and pesticides to harmful chemicals, dirty tap water poses significant health risks. 

Fortunately, organizations like the Environmental Working Group (EWG) are highlighting the problem and providing tools for determining what is in our water. 

Contaminated Water in Every State

Unfortunately, there are communities all over the United States with unsafe water for the residents including some of the biggest cities in America. 

1. Buffalo, New York: Lead Pipes

• 64% of homes are older than 80 years older which also means the pipes are just as old
• Nearly 6% of children have elevated lead levels in their blood.

2. Houston, Texas: PFAS 

• Home to nearly 2 dozen superfund sites (areas that are contaminated and pose a threat to human health and the environment)
• Widespread PFAS problem causing everyday risk to “forever chemicals”

3. Central Valley, California: Agriculture Contamination 

• Millions of Californians are without safe drinking water.
• Groundwater is contaminated with agricultural runoff, which contains high levels of pesticides.

In many communities water supply is contaminated in some way, and every state is dealing with unsafe water, whether that is bacteria and viruses, lead and arsenic, or PFAS (known as forever chemicals). 

Organization Providing Resources

Several organizations are involved in ensuring the water you are consuming is safe. One organization is the Environmental Working Group (EWG), which has fought for the people since 1993. EWG's mission is to provide the public with breakthrough research to give people a choice in living a healthier lifestyle. EWG has a team full of scientists, attorneys, analysis, and communication specialists who have a deep understanding of environmental health including water quality. 

1. EWG Tap Water Database: One of the most valuable resources, this database allows you to look up your local water quality report.
2. Research & Advocacy on Environmental Issues: Conducts independent research on various environmental and health issues. 
3. Transparency: Pushing for stronger laws and regulations. 

Ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water is essential for our well-being, and it’s clear that simply trusting our local water supply may not always be enough. While we can rely on resources like EWG to raise awareness, the best way to take control of the water we consume is by investing in a water filtration system. That’s where our water filtration systems come in. Designed with the latest technology, we have developed and innovated multiple systems such as the Adventure Series AR3 5-Inch, AR3 XLt 10-Inch, R3, and The TRIO. These 3-stage filtration systems remove microplastics, lead, bacteria, and much more, giving you the peace of mind that your water is clean and safe. We have also created a UVC water filtration system which involves the process of UVC LED light to eliminate harmful substances. We are very excited to launch the UVC water filtration system in April, and continue to innovate in the world of water filtration. The team at Blu Technology ensures you and your family are not just getting filtered water, but a long-term, cost-effective solution.