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Coverage dated October 16, 2026 to October 17, 2026

Buffalo Water Board files lawsuit against chemical companies

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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Water Board has filed a lawsuit against over a dozen chemical and firefighting foam companies, alleging that they have allowed PFAS-related chemicals, also known as “forever chemicals,” to contaminate their water supply.

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  1. WIVB Buffalo

    Buffalo Water Board files lawsuit against chemical companies (opens WIVB Buffalo)

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    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Water Board has filed a lawsuit against over a dozen chemical and firefighting foam companies, alleging that they have allowed PFAS-related chemicals, also known as “forever chemicals,” to contaminate their water supply.

  2. The Buffalo Chronicle

    Buffalo Water Board sues 17 companies over PFAS in Lake Erie as city tests show levels near federal limit (opens The Buffalo Chronicle)

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    The Water Board’s lawsuit targets makers of PFAS firefighting foam. Buffalo Water’s own report shows PFOS in treated water at up to 3.56 parts per trillion, just under the 4.0 federal limit. The post Buffalo Water Board sues 17 companies over PFAS in Lake Erie as city tests show levels near federal …